Grant K-8

Great for K-6, but struggling with distance learning in 7th.

Grant is a great school... for grades K-5. The middle school is horrendous. The only good things about grades 6-8 are the music program and Ms. Baldwin's science class. The new No Place for Hate initiative is much needed there, although I don't know that it's very effective. Bullying is rampant among the middle school with little to no consequences unless kids are literally caught in the act. Between the teachers, administration, and space, the school does not seem well equipped to handle middle school, but is very nice for elementary.

Music Program is the best. My kid love orchestra and Ms. Valeska really inspires her students to love music as much as she does. She encourages her students to try out for the District's Honor's Orchestra and has the best turn outs as compared to other schools with Music programs. All 4th and 5th graders play an instrument at this school band or orchestra. We left a school who was only able to have choir as the only form of music for the kids. Science program here is really good. My 3rd grader names every cloud in the sky and predicts the weather. There is a lot that this school does for its student body but is not talked about or bragged about. I feel like they keep it a local secret to minimize transfers. It is really hard to get into this school. So if you can do it, you won't regret it.

Our son has recently entered middle school at Grant K8. He finds the classes challenging but very enjoyable. He loves going to school! The teachers are very experienced, dedicated and approachable. The homework load is quite reasonable leaving time for outside activities.