White Center Heights Elementary

They do great especially when working with bi-cultual English/Spanish language and culture. The staff really care about the children and it shows.

Can’t say enough good things about our experience with Highland Park. My kids have had amazing learning experiences here. It’s got such an incredible, supportive, community feel - the principle knows the students by name, the teachers are invested and communicative, and we feel really lucky to have our boys within walking distance of HPE. These scores aren’t reflective of the amazing work being done here - would recommend enrollment here to anyone.

They CARE hands down and spend more time then any of us could ever guess making an incredible environment for the students!

Three plus years ago, we were researching schools for our daughter to start Kindergarten. We went to an OPEN HOUSE, heard a great talk by Principal Temme, met some teachers and parents, and decided to have Annika start with Holy Family. 3 years later, we cannot think of any other school for her to be at until the 8th grade. Great faculty, active parents and local community, and an updated renovation of the school itself are just some of the reasons to give this a 5 star rating it deserves. The school takes ownership of every one of the students, and provides a safe and nurturing environment for all. The bilingual aspect is a piece of this as well, and Annika enjoys reading, writing and speaking in Spanish . Double thumbs up from the Obrien family, and GO FALCONS

I went to this school for one year. It's a fear based curriculum that is wildly intolerant of the LGBT+ community, we had a whole school assembly about Katy Perry's song, 'I kissed a girl and I liked it.' Fear based lectures for bible study, abstinence only health education. Biology was a joke as they use faith based textbooks that literally say, "Because God created it that way." Instead of explaining the science behind biology. One 8th grader didn't even know how read a clock. Half of PE was just walking around the parking lot. Guardians have to sign a waiver allowing corporal punishment. There is no Special Ed and the teachers repeatedly lose patience and yell at kids who aren't neurotypical. This school is a joke.

Our experience at West Seattle Montessori has been absolutely wonderful! My 3-year-old thrived here – coming home happy every day and excited to share what they learned. The Montessori approach truly fosters kindness, empathy, and leadership, and we’ve seen those qualities growing in our child.The staff is incredibly kind and compassionate, always making us feel supported and valued. Communication has also been quick and clear, which made the whole experience smooth and reassuring. We’re so grateful for the positive environment and the care they provide.