Clinton Elementary School in Columbus, Ohio

“Great principal, teachers, parents , and kids. Every day after school is like a party on the playground with all the parents mingeling and the kids playing. My 3rd grader loves it and is getting a great education.”
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“Clinton Elementary School is a family. The school's parents get involved to provide after school clubs to the kids and the teachers and PTA work to create fun and rewarding events for the students.”
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“Our son is beginning his second year at Clinton Elementary, entering 1st grade. My wife and I both hold PhDs and work at OSU--many other parents of Clinton students have similar educational and professional backgrounds. While we believe strongly in the value of a public school education, we carefully considered several several private schools before settling on Clinton Elementary. Our decisions was made on the basis of recommendations from other parents/colleagues and the school's fine reputation. Our son's time in kindergarden was a remarkable introduction to the educational experience. His teacher, deeply gifted and dedicated to her students, awakened in him a love of learning and a strong enthusiasm for school--most days he can't wait to get to the classroom. Could a parent ask for more than that? The principle, too, is outstanding. Clinton attracts excellent teachers because the best teachers want to work with her.”
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“My son has attended Clinton for 3 years now and absolutely loves it. He enjoys all of the teachers and I enjoy how much the school reminds me of the one I went to as a child (which was in a small country town in northern Ohio). You really couldn't ask for a better school to bring your child to.”
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“My child is in the 4th grade in Clinton Elementary and we love this school. They have excellent teachers that work hard to educate the kids and rating of academic excellence on their state grade card. They have a great arts program with an excellent music teacher, many of her students are going to the Ohio Honors Choir Camp this summer. They have an awesome art class and plenty of after school/lunch/recess clubs and activities: Science Club, Baton Club, Girl Scouts, Daiseys,Destination Imagination, Scrap Booking Club, Art Club, Chess Club, Gardening, and many others. The PTA is one of the strongest I have ever seen and fund many activities at the school as well as supplying books, playground equip., field trip busses. The PTA also supports many family activities at the school: Family Fun Night, Ice Cream Social, Movie Night, Wellness Wed, The Columbus Zoo. You couldn't get much better.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Someone posted about Clinton and said there wasn't much in the way of 'the arts'. I beg to differ. In suburban schools, like Upper Arlington, children do receive music twice per week and art for an hour. However, what is the quality of the program? And is there a choir offered? Here at Clinton, we have a high quality Kodaly Certificated Music Teacher. While she only sees classes once per week, they are packed with cross-curricular teaching and the students actually read music by second grade. There are two choirs, It must be worthwhile if there are 60 kids involved who give up recess time and come before and after school to practice. There are about 10 performances per year, including a musical. Band and strings are offered and art class is 1 hour.”
This review was posted by a teacher.

“This is a great neighborhood school. All the adults, from the principal to the teachers to the instructional aides, go above and beyond for their students. And fortunately there's a new secretary this year! Yes, more 'extras' would be great, but Clinton Elem. does a great job with the resources it has. We are thrilled with the education our children are receiving. Clinton provides a wonderful environment for children.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“The school itself is wonderful and the academics are great although they should have a little more money so the kids can experience more programs and activities. The staff is not professional as a whole and I've wondered quite a few times why the secretary still has a job. She is rude and she and other staff seem to not like kids at all. It is clear more staff than not are there for a paycheck not to go over and beyond for our precious children. The school lunches are horrible as in the cold food is too frozen to eat/drink and the hot food is also cold. I feel truly bad for any child having to eat lunch here as they eat off of a truck due to no cafeteria. It gets very hot in that school but the only air conditioners are in the offices.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“We have a son in his second year at Clinton. His kindergarten experience was good: he learned to read, he loved his teacher, he made friends. Enrollments are high, and there isn't much in the way of arts and extra-curricular activities, but the basics are strong. The principal is an excellent leader, and she seems to hire good teachers.”
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“I have 2 kids currently enrolled here. And my third child will be starting next year. The teacher's are all great. They go way out of their way to make sure the kids are getting the education they need. Parent involvement is wonderful. Everybody I've came across at the school genuinely cares about all the children who attend this excellent school.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“All 3 of my sons have gone here or are currently enrolled and I am so blessed to have them here. The parent envolvement is beyond words and the teachers are wonderful and always available if needed.”
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“My children all attended Clinton, and I have been very satisfied with the education they received. The teachers are knowledgeable and caring, and parent involvement is incredible. To those people who consider leaving CPS for suburban schools, but don't want to leave Clintonville, Clinton is a wonderful choice.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Clinton Elementary is a good school. There have been many positive reviews. My kids really like it there and are doing beautifully. There grades are really good.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Clinton Elementary is a fabulous school! Three of our 4 children have attended Clinton and our 4th should start in the fall. We open enroll to this school. We have found this school to have wonderful teachers and a friendly staff. We, as parents, follow up with work and encouragement at home. Parental involvement is large. It's very much a community school with a small town feel in a large city school district. The extracurricular activities are fun and keep our children excited about going to school. If you are a parent getting ready to choose a school, definitely take a look at Clinton Elementary.”
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“This is my childrens first year in a col. public school. Coming from a highly educated school in worthington, clinton is an extream disapointment. The teacher are not prepared when you ask them questions on how your child is doing and what you as a parent can do to help them achieve. This school is by far the worst school i have come acrossed.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Our son will be entering Clinton Kindergarten in the Fall OF 06'. My wife and I are both highly educated professionals and,obviously, we know the value of education and are very concerned about the quality of school to which we are sending our son. During the run-up to Kindergarten, we have both been very impressed by the quality and commitment of the teachers at Clinton. I have always been skeptical of the myth of suburban school superiority. The rate of parent involvement at Clinton already appears to be very high. More than anything, that is the determinant of a quality school. My point: We are confident in our choice of Clinton for our son.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“With great schools such as Winterset, Indian Springs or Gables as an alternative choice, I do not know why any parent would send their child to Clinton Elementary school. The staff is overzealous when dealing with children with emotional problems, which they are supposed to specialize in dealing with. If your child is sensitive or has a learning disability I strongly recommend finding another school, otherwise you will be spending an excessive amount of time healing your childs' physical and emotional wounds resulting from the bullying from the other students and the staff at this school.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Clinton has a long history--over one hundred years-- of serving the community in Clintonville. Clintonville residents are committed to the school, and many parents of current students are Clinton alumni. Clinton Elementary has very high test scores, higher than Indianola Alternative, and a strong partnership with the Columbus Literacy Project--an Ohio State Research Project. The art program is exceptional, the library is gorgeous and well-stocked, the principal and the teachers collaborate beautifully to ensure student success, and Clinton parents are extremely involved. The school also has a lovely garden that traces the history of Clintonville in plants--really! Lots of creativity and warmth here. My daughter loves it, and I would recommend Clinton to anyone. Definitely a Columbus Public School's success story.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“this school is a great school. my son has been going there for the past 3 years. the teachers are great,”
This review was posted by a parent.

“I recommend this school to any parent. The principal is involved with each and every child. The teachers are great and give each child the attention they need. Parents are involved in this school as well. Overall, a great place for a child to get a quality education.”
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