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Salk Elementary School
(480) 472-8400
7029 E Brown Road
Mesa, AZ 85207
Level: K-6
District: Mesa Unified District

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In-depth school information including test scores, student stats, parent ratings and reviews for Salk Elementary School, Mesa, AZ.

Census Info	Value	Year
Student Teacher Ratio:	19.4%	(2008)
Percent Free and Reduced Price Lunch:	63.51%	(2008)
White, non-Hispanic:	42.31%	(2008)
Black, non-Hispanic:	6.4%	(2008)
Hispanic:	42.56%	(2008)
American Indian/Alaskan Native:	6.03%	(2008)
Asian:	2.71%	(2008)

Salk Elementary School Ratings Summary

Average Quality Rating	3
Average Principals Rating	3
Average Teachers Rating	4
Average Activities Rating	3
Average Parents Rating	3
Average Safety Rating	3

Salk Elementary School Reviews


Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2008-10-03 “Salk is an awesome school. You can feel the positive school climate the moment you walk on the campus. I have seen the principal go out of her way to make a difference for the students. They love her and it shows. The teachers a so loving and highly qualified. Best school my children have ever attended.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: decline 2008-09-19 “Yes, you are correct-the rules are only for certain kids..it has really gotten worse over the past few years. The teachers are great but the reality is, in Mesa, religion plays a major role in our schools and if your family is not a part of that-it shows..very subtly..but it shows. Its very sad.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 3 2008-08-26 “I like the teachers my daughter has but I am not happy with quite a few policys. It seems to me that the 'rules' are only inforced for 'certain' students. There is too much inconsistancy in discipline to be effective in that department and too much violence on the buses” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 2 2007-11-27 “I am not a fan of Salk. My daughter is attending Salk. She is bored and not challenged. Our son also went to Salk and it is about pushing the kids through.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2007-11-08 “The teachers get 5 stars all the way! I've never seen a more devoted group of people. Every one I have met has gone out of her way to help my child. I just cannot say thank you enough.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2007-10-04 “I love Salk. There are always things that can be improved upon. But, I think that the new Principal is doing an awesome job of bringing up the standards. I've got 2 kids in Salk, And their Teachers past and present are on the ball and I can see that they really enjoy teaching. My kids learn alot at a surprizing rate, Because the Teachers have made it enjoyable to learn.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2007-10-03 “Salk is a fabulous school. The principal is the best ever, very involved in the school, very loving, and an awesome leader. The teachers are enthusiastic and go the extra mile for the kids. The school has won several awards for their no bullying policy. It is a perfect place for children to grow and learn.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2007-05-12 “Salk is the best....I would never want my child to have to go to another school.Great,caring, happy teachers......make for happy,and eager to learn students..Thanks Salk....” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2007-05-11 “Excellent school and staff! Wonderful Principal and teachers! The school would be better if the parents were more involved in their childs education.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 2 2007-05-02 “Horrible school! The principal,is not very involved in any school functions,and alot/most of the teachers are so close to retirement,that they are in that 'burned out' state of mind..The principal does not handle complaints very well. There is no parent involvement,and very little communication. Safety issues are not a concern. Too many rough students in school,and way too many students.....not enough helpers.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2006-09-16 “What a wonderful school! Already this year I have seen growth in my child! He is reading more than ever and had an awesome teacher. The principal is wonderful and very supportive of the staff. Thanks SALK!” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2006-05-20 “Not a bad school and most of the teachers seem nice. My children have made a lot of new friends and I think the atmosphere is good. The class size is fine and the teachers seem dedicated to helping even the slowest of learners. I recommend this school to all who have children in the area.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2005-07-25 “This is a really good school and the teachers are really supportive.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 1 2005-01-11 “This school is horrid. Instead of trying to elevate students to a higher education, they are forced to bring the entire class down to the lowest student. Bright, intelligent students suffer. There is no real 'education' - only enough to get by on the standardized testing. It's a fluffy, party school where students are 'rewarded' with candy instead of given a basic, solid education. This is not the teachers fault - it's a basic fault with the system. The teachers are not given the means. Classroom books are in shambles and the teachers have been reduced to peace keepers and baby sitters. Children come and go so quickly in this school, transferring in and out all year long. There is no true stability.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 1 2005-01-11 “This school is horrid. There are very few parents who care and are involved. The apathy runs high here.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2004-08-06 “I have 2 children ages 7 and 10 who attend Salk and have done so since they were in kindergarten. Salk has many very experienced teachers who are very creative in their teaching methods. One of my favorite things about Salk is how diverse the student population is; children of all ethnicities are treated respectfully and inclusively. New principal Karla Carlson has done a wonderful job. She has made/continues to make changes to the school to make the school a better place for the students, teachers and parents. I do wish that the teachers were more proactive about testing children for special learning needs (whether that be the need for advance placement/ELP or special education) I have had some resistance to my requests for this kind of testing for my children.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 2 2004-07-28 “Salk,is an older school that needs repairs to the extior of the building including were the childen play. The students are over crowded in the classroom and some teachers have the burnt out attitude. The parents that do take a time out of the go go go family life are greatly out numbered by the parents who do not take time for there children, so spirit is lax by student body. With a high school and junior high close by you would think they would have the schools enter-act with programs to promote reading, students tutoring students, and students helping students move to the next grade level such as 6th graders paired with 7th and 8th graders for the next year and same with high school students and the junior high. The staff needs to be more alert with the surroundings of the school so are children are safe from strangers.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2004-05-28 “My child attended Salk for 7 years K-6. I have always felt welcome there and believe that Salk is a very good school. Every one of the teachers and staff were helpful and always had a positive and encouraging outlook. I will miss the staff at Salk. Until we meet again, it was a lot of fun.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2003-11-15 “We have had our four kids attend Salk since we moved here in the spring. So far, it seems to be a decent school. In each of their classes their teachers seem to do their jobs well, and seem dedicated. Our youngest son is being taught to read with phonics, and is learning basic math facts appropriate for first grade. My kids also feel that more kids swear or curse at this school than at their previous school. Parents need to set good examples for their kids, expect decent behavior, and work with teachers to make sure it's enforced. But overall, I'd say Salk is a OK school so far.” Posted By: Quality Score: 2 2003-03-28 “Our son attended first grade at Salk. He was harassed at bus stop, on bus and playground by the same group of kids. We met with Ms. Van Meter, principal many times and the teasing and abuse continued for the entire school year. The worst was when our son came home with a swastika drawn on his arm by a sixth grader. Nothing was done and parents of the bullies weren't even told about the incidents until we requested they be present at many of the meetings at the school. His teacher was aware of his 504 (hearing loss)on file and seated him at the back of the class for most of the school year. He regressed in his behavior and toliet habits all year until we removed him and placed in another school.”