Blake High School is extraordinary in its own way. Being an Arts & Humanities school it certainly…read morelives up to its reputation. This school is the place to be over the two other schools in the consortium, Paint Branch High and Springbrook High. The music and theatre departments are the strongest in the school and the best. Holding up to 2200 students it certainly does its justice. With its legendary Mr. D'Anna at its hands in the theatre department and Mr. Eising at its music department this school speaks for itself. This is truly the best place to send your child for what ever they want to major in, Blake will prepare any student.

AC does not work in some rooms the fire alarm goes off for no reason ,can't go on the roof,can't…read morefind the fallout shelter,smells like glue,overcrowded.

Watched Ponce de Leon men's baseball game here (field behind the bleachers)! Plenty of shade if u…read morebring a folding chair or blanket & sit in the shadow of the tall bleachers!

We have had 2 girls attend Goddard and both were very positive experiences. Our girls were overly…read moreprepared for kindergarten and beyond. The school, administration, and especially the top notch teachers have made our experience exceptional. Thank you Goddard!

We've loved Goddard! Both kiddos went there and we would do it again. Teachers are caring and…read moreadministration is responsive.

Happy my grandkin have this public school to attend - quality education and opportunities for…read moresports and band and all sorts of extra curricular activities that support learning about life, purpose, talents, skills, preferences, careers, humanity... of course there are areas that could be improved (as is true of all schools) -- here, there are more students than planned for the space. But still, the staff and faculty generally and genuinely care for the students, and the indoor and outdoor spaces are maintained, and the students are encouraged to grow -- as individuals and also as a community. Yes!

I have worked here for two years and absolutely love it. The students are awesome and passionate…read more The building is stunning (I have windows!). My coworkers are the best. Definitely a lovely high school to work at.

We love Holy Redeemer School! It is an incredible, close-knit school with a community that is fully…read morecommitted to its success. At the time of this review, my kids are 6 and 9 (1st and 3rd grades). Both have attended the school since Kindergarten. My 6 yr old also attended Pre-K at Holy Redeemer. We were first drawn to HRS for its reputation in our neighborhood as being a welcoming school with a firm anti-bullying stance. The teachers and administration work hard to maintain a supportive learning environment where students feel welcome and wanted. What sets HRS apart from other area schools is its small class sizes, its balanced and integrated STEM curriculum, and its committment to developing the whole person. HRS students are some of the nicest kids I have ever met -- kind, excited about service opportunities, curious about their world, eager to help each other, excited about math! The teachers here are incredible educators that encourage collaboration and inspire a joyful curiousity in their students. What I love most about the school is how the teachers (due to the small class sizes and their tenure at the school) really know and look out for my kids. This personal attention has really helped my kids to thrive -- both academically and personally. I also work in a STEM field, and the administration and teachers are very open and receptive to my recommendations of activities/extra-curriculars. They have also granted me many opportunities to share my organization's work with the students - which is so fun! In short -- if you are looking for a welcoming school where your child can get a phenomenal eduction in a safe environment, please join us!

In my experience, my biggest fear was that the school would change its approach halfway through the…read moreschool year, and unfortunately, that's exactly what happened. I felt that my concerns about racial harassment and discrimination involving children of color were not taken seriously. In my opinion, there was a lack of transparency and accountability from the administration, and I often felt that issues were minimized rather than addressed. I also felt that many staff members had close personal or family ties to the church community, which made it difficult for families outside of those circles to feel heard or supported. While the school presents itself as welcoming and student-focused, my experience was very different. I felt that promises made to our family were not honored and that tuition became the priority over the well-being of students. Based on my experience, I would encourage families--especially families of color--to ask detailed questions, pay close attention to how concerns are handled, and make sure the school's values align with their own before enrolling. I sincerely pray for healing, accountability, and positive change for the school community. God bless everyone involved. FYI Reviews were turned off, via Ms Krestler request. Think About It!!!!

Pro: diversity, somewhat good sport team, vending machine…read more Con: gangs, bomb threat, bad environment. I graduated from this school back in 2012. The 2011-2012 years was the peak of this school. The basketball team were 3 peat champion, teachers were good, and student life was balanced. I have a sister who graduated in 2016 & a cousin who graduated in 2020 at this school and it has really gone downhill. Lot of gang fights, bomb threat to this school, and the environment turning very ghetto. This place now sucks and I wouldn't send my kids here in fear for their lives.

Made good memories and built connections. I would recommend younger students choose Springbrook as…read moretheir main option.

Review for basketball gym only…read more The infamous DeMatha Catholic High School has been host for the WCAC girl's basketball quarterfinals for years but this year was a bit different. DeMatha's beloved, celebrated coach of the boys program for decades passed away in January. At the front entrance was signage that in Coach Wootten's honor, they were collecting used (but not abused) basketball shoes for the under privileged. Such an awesome gesture for an extraordinary coach/man. I've been to many basketball games in this gym and have enjoyed them all. They've always had the boosters and the DeMatha families working the front desk, collecting money and at the concession stand. Everyone is super friendly, even when folks have been eager to bypass the long lines and crowds. When packed, the atmosphere is electric and usually multiple college recruiters can be seen in attendance. That's what high school basketball is all about, especially at DeMatha where Coach Wootten built his legacy.

Stopped here for a basketball showcase recently for work. I grew up watching this school in the…read moreACIT, so traveling there to watch games was a totally different animal. Traveling with the team I will say I lucked out in a way bc I am not sure where anyone parks other than illegally in the street coming in and out of the complex when it is busy. So that could be an issue for patrons who travel and need a place to park. However, this will be a very big issue to find a place to park. I will say that the inside of this arena is that of a bigger division 2 arena however - their snack bar and seating was all filled and the inside and entrances were well lit by natural light and windows. The only thing that maybe either they are keeping original or haven't gotten to is the floor. It is the original heavily polyurethane yellow-tinted floor paint. Charming to me but kind of looks out of place with the rest of the place. Will be back

Jimmy C Best school I ever went to. Those Franciscan…read moreteachers were the best. Great in sports number 1 in football and baseball We had classmates that were the head of George Town Hospital Many successful came out of out class. Sure the nuns were tough but so were we but we learned i wish I could start over again. we really had fun and learned a lot. Those nuns were the smartest people I ever knew, They could even see out of the back back or their head.This new generation just can not hack the pressure I went there 60 years ago and I wish my children went there .

I went to this school as a 3rd grader which would have been 65 years ago, and it was not good then,…read moreand doesnt sound much better.. Cultures don't always change even over a very long time...kids got their hands slapped with a ruler, sent to clean the toilet if any misbehavior, silence at all times in the classroom was the rule....the nuns were miserable unhappy women who took it out on the children, screeching in anger, slapping children...this is 100% true and I have never forgotten about it--my parents took me out after 2 years...