Dearing Elementary School

We love Gattis! It feels like such a good family. Weve had amazing teachers and aides that have enriched my children's learning experiences there.

We have had 2 children attend FCE; one is now in high school and our youngest is currently enrolled. Our high schooler still loves going back to say hi to his former teachers - his favorite educators still teach at this school! We love the education and experience that our children receive at this school. As parents, our experience with teachers and administration has been positive. Over the years, we have only had one concern that was immediately addressed - the administration was fair and objective. We have been so impressed with the balance that the school has been able to achieve in ensuring safety for everyone over the last couple of years ... teachers, students and the community at large. We are proud that our kids go to FCE!

This school is honestly amazing! The parent support is like nothing I’ve seen before. The pta and homeroom parents support the teachers and staff. The teachers seem to actually enjoy their jobs and aren’t burnout. The staff is all so tenured. My second child is on year 4 and I have one that went kinder through 5th and I’ve never had a complaint. Any concern I had was always addressed and followed up with. It is truly an amazing school.

It’s a very nice school. Teachers take care of kids and teach them with dedication. I am blessed that my son is going to this school.

When I bought my house here, RL Elementary's rating was 9. In the early of 2025 it became 6! Why?? The headmaster sounds nice but not helpful. The teacher we had looks nice but kid doesn't feel love. The third day of K, when I pick up my kid, he came out stamping on his feet. I asked why, turned out he didn't get his turn to pee before going out to the playground. And at the playground, he asked to pee, the teacher said something like: "u had ur chance"... Anyway, I still hope RL Elementary could be better, the headmaster has to make big changes.

This school is focused 50% on Spanish emersion, they do not have funding because the majority of District being tier 1, the principal plays fair with the district and does not advocate for more funding and wants to play fair with the district. If your child has disabilities and needs SPED or a 504 support this is not the school for your child. I have been dealing with this for years.

This school is such a special place. To have people that truly love and take care of your kids while you are away from them is invaluable! The class sizes are small and yet they still seem to have a very healthy number of teachers. Everyone is friendly and kind. The school runs very smoothly from what I can tell. The communication from our teacher using the app and pictures is amazing and we love that part.