School Information
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GreatSchools Rating:
10
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Educational Climate:
Average
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Technology Measure:
Not Reported
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Type:
Public
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Grades:
Pre-kindergarten - 6th Grade
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District:
Chandler Unified School District 80
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Students/Teacher:
NOT REPORTED
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Students/Grade:
115.3
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Number Students:
922
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Number Teachers:
NOT REPORTED
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Number Classrooms:
35
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Expense/Pupil:
$.01 - 4,199.99
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Poverty Level:
6 - 15.9 PERCENT
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Number Computers:
0
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Number PCs:
0
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Number Macs:
0
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Principal:
Mrs Jan Weyenberg
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CHARTER SCHOOL
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GIFTED AND TALENTED PROGRAMS
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ESL
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SPECIAL EDUCATION
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT
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BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
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ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS
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YEAR ROUND CLASSES
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VOC-TECH
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ADULT EDUCATION
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NCLB SCHOOL
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BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL
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COALITION OF ESSENTIAL SCHOOLS
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AYP SCHOOL
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INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
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MAGNET SCHOOL
School Ratings & Reviews
School Ratings (11 ratings)
Parent Review |
Rating:
Posted 2012-07-18
"My two boys have attended Riggs for the past 6 years. The staff at Riggs is warm, loving, and caring. They work with the parents closely to meet every child's needs. The principal is amazing!! She knows all of the student's names and interests. She is genuinely concerned for her staff and students. People are moving into this area just so they can attend Riggs Elementary. The standards are high at this school and they all work together to make sure your child can achieve their full potential. The PTO also works very hard to create family friendly activities for everyone to enjoy. I just love everything about this school!"
Parent Review |
Rating:
Posted 2012-04-24
"Leadership is like my grandmother rather than a teacher. If a child is not all about rainbows and butterflies then the teacher and principal struggle then blame their inadequecies on overall chandler admin restrictions, it all eventually leads to pushing the child aside, but with a smile on their face (because they are so caring). My child was flunking here at Riggs so we sent him to another school, he is now a honor roll student, no kidding. If you like the overboard cutesy stuff, then this school is definitely for you. Who knows, when you go there, the principal will hug you and give you a rainbow sticker. One example, my child was goofing around in class and one of their suggestions to handle was to write notes on a sticky note and have him deliver them throughout the day (no kidding! - borderline brilliant) - that lead to him being out of the class which helped the teacher but he missed assignments and got in trouble in the hallways. What we needed was adult educated conversations on a plan that would help this child and repeatedly the teacher and the principal dropped the ball but hey, my child has a roomful of wonderful treasure box toys the school gave him."
Parent Review |
Rating:
Posted 2011-11-06
"Riggs has a warm, caring, positive environment. My 3 children have been attending Riggs for two years and have enjoyed and thrived the entire time. All of their teachers have been wonderful. I really can't say enough positive things about this school from the principal to the PTO to the front office staff....you will feel welcome and like family."
Parent Review |
Rating:
Posted 2009-06-09
"My daughter has attended Riggs since it's doors opened and I'm happy to say not only do I love it, but she does as well! The staff from the office to the classrooms seem to genuinely care about the students and their learning but without overwhelming them with homework over the weekends which is great for more family time at home. For me that is a huge bonus because as a parent I feel the time we spend with our kids gives us more insight as to what is going on in their life away from home as well. Again great staff, awesome principal, and I love the band, orchestra, and singing program! Keep up the good work Riggs!"
Parent Review |
Rating:
Posted 2009-04-23
"This is such an exceptional school!! The Principal, support staff and teachers are outstanding!! I have a 3rd and 1st grader and could not be happier!! They also love the 'specials' teachers (gym, music, computer and library) They love going to school, don't want to miss a day or be late!! WOW!! They are challenged academically and I feel they are getting a quality education!! Thanks Riggs!!"