Okay, as a student here, It's an okay school. The people here are NOT Internationally…read moreBaccalaureate, some teachers may target random students, they may be racist as well. But, it's not terrible, just really bad.

Horrible place. Lots of drama. Sadly the terrible administration overshadows the handful of…read more teachers who genuinely care about the students

My son just graduated in June 2025. MBHS is the most amazing school with amazing and kind teachersread more

I was a student here all four years. The teachers were very good and the curriculum was quite…read moresolid. Why am I leaving a two-star review? Because the front office staff are absolute garbage. There have been so many incidents where I have been marked absent because the Attendance Lady was too lazy to excuse me. On top of that, the Office accidentally made me miss a field trip that I was planning for a month for. All because they didn't want to disturb class to pull me out!

Review of the soccer and football field only…read more Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous. The artificial turf field is only a few months old and it's simply gorgeous! Crisp and clean, simply stunning! Visitors bleachers are metal while the home side are made from concrete. And the team benches on the field are fancy - they have "LJHS" due cut in the middle, Getting down to the field is a little tricky when the gates to the street are locked. You have to walk past the community pool and several buildings. The school itself is an old structure - think 1960s or 1970s. It reminds me of schools on military bases.

I go to school here right now and I love it the only reason I give this school three stars is…read morebecause there are a lot of drugs and other shit it feels like I'm on the set of the The Wolf of Wall Street.

So, for the purposes of this review, I will be discussing the athletic fields only. If they suck…read moreat graduating you or your child, I can't speak to that. They may or may not be home to the largest group of delinquents this side of TJ for all I know. By the way, that is TJ MAXX in case you were wondering. In any event...HAVE YOU SEEN THIS FOOTBALL FIELD?!? Wha Whaaat?!? So my range of comparison when I was in high school was a large area that may or may not include grass and may or may not include yard markers and may or may not field a team that won any games. So, to level set, this field is like walking on the clouds by comparison. The track that goes around the field is rubberized - READ: easy on your body! Just about every night, there are VAVI activities going on there, so you're free to run the track or whatnot. For those dark winter nights, it's perfect because the area is well lit and there is plenty of parking. For nights where you have the benefit of daylight, there are great tennis courts, a soccer field, and baseball diamond. Not to mention some concrete areas that this writer is unable to identify. Bottom line - if you're looking for somewhere to exercise this is a great place to go. The added benefit of watching the VAVI action while you run, or whatever it is that you'll be doing should not be underscored!

Both of my kids go this school and I love how the school, staff and students have accepted my kids…read more I would recommend to all parents to seriously review this school. I love it here.

My husband and I are in the military and enrolled our three daughters in Saint Paul's Lutheran…read moreschool after attending the local public school. We desired a small focused experience with dedicated teachers and faith base curriculum. What we got far exceeded our expectations, the teachers are so caring, creative, and focused on our child's individual needs. Each of my daughters is thriving in her class and is known by all teachers and staff. The academics are rigorous, but the teachers presented them in a way that keeps the kids engaged. They come home knowing far more than I would have ever hoped for, both in traditional academics and in faith curriculum. The school is not afraid of new technology and leverages AI and group learning approaches that would not be possible in a larger school. My children have been benefited greatly from this approach. One of the most important aspects for me is that the school does not tolerate isolating or bullying behavior. My fourth grader was distracted in her public school experience by 'mean girls' but at St Paul's, she is friends with each girl in her class and has often commented on how grateful she is to have no cliques or strife. This is so rare and is a testament to the hard work of the teachers and staff. Being members of the St. Paul's school community has increased my husband's and my faith as well. On a hard days, the staff has taken time to walk with us or pray. On great days they celebrate with us. We feel like we belong here as well, not just our children. Highly recommended on every front.

As an educator and public school administrator, I have high expectations for what meaningful,…read morehigh-quality learning should look like and I am truly impressed by what I see in the Preschool classes at St. Paul's Lutheran. Even at just three years old, my child is being exposed to a level of intentional instruction and thoughtful rigor that is exceptional. Having daily insight into TK through eighth-grade public school classrooms, I can confidently say that the program at St. Paul's stands out for its depth, purpose, and impact. What makes St. Paul's especially remarkable is its ability to balance strong academics with rich, play-based learning experiences that foster curiosity, creativity, and independence. Just as importantly, the faith-based foundation woven throughout the day is something truly special. My child is not only growing academically, but also developing character, compassion, and a sense of belonging. The combination of these elements creates an environment that is truly second to none.

We are very happy with the experience we've had during our daughter Elena's first year at the…read moreschool. Her growth has been remarkable in every way -- academically, emotionally, and socially. From the very beginning, we felt welcomed and part of a true community, which made all the difference for us as a family. Principal Dena Stoneman is always attentive, approachable, and thoughtful in every detail. Secretary Sara Sinclair is a kind and loving person, always willing to help with warmth and efficiency. We are also deeply grateful to Elena's teachers -- Ms. Chu, Ms. Delgado, and Ms. Andy -- for the care, dedication, and love they've shown throughout her learning journey this year. We fully trust the school and are excited to continue this journey with you all in the upcoming school year!

It has taken me months of reflection to write this review because our experience with MMS was…read moredeeply confusing and upsetting. Our 3-year-old daughter started at MMS in January 2024. We really loved her primary teachers, and initially, she seemed to be doing well. There were a few incidents of misbehavior (hitting, biting, not listening--maybe three times?) but overall, it was a positive experience. She made friends, spoke happily about school and her teachers, and seemed engaged. From the beginning, I found Dena to be condescending and sanctimonious, but I tried to overlook it. After summer camp, she returned to the same class with many of the same students. But from the start of the new school year, we began receiving frequent calls and incident reports about her behavior--hitting, biting, disrupting nap time, etc. Over the next few months, things unraveled. Our daughter no longer wanted to go to school. She became hysterical every morning at drop-off. We received daily incident reports and multiple phone calls from the school. At home and in other settings, playdates, gymnastics, family events, her behavior was very different. She wasn't perfect, but she was typical for a 3-4-year-old. It began to feel like the school had completely lost control of the situation. She was regularly sent to the office for "breaks" or timeouts, but she would just sit and color, so it didn't feel like a consequence to her. The school called us to pick her up early several times, saying they couldn't manage her and that she was essentially a danger to others. She also began saying things like "I'm bad" and "I'm mean," which was a major red flag. We took her to the pediatrician, an occupational therapist, and had her evaluated for ADHD and other potential concerns. Everything came back within the range of typical development. We had multiple meetings with the school. Dena assured us they were trying everything, but their actions didn't reflect that. Eventually, they asked if we could switch her to half days. Although it was a major challenge for our full-time working household, we agreed, hoping it would help. It didn't. The daily calls continued, and we were still asked to pick her up early. They assigned an aide to shadow her, but the behavior didn't improve. Our daughter started coming home saying no one wanted to play with her, that she had no friends, and that she was bad. Our OT was confused--if she had a one-on-one aide, how was she still getting into so many incidents? We tried sticker charts, calming strategies, every tool recommended by professionals. And yes, our daughter is emotional and sometimes struggles to keep her hands to herself, but again, not in a way that felt outside the norm for her age. We received two to three detailed incident reports each day. It often seemed like the school was spending more energy documenting her behavior than actually helping her. Over time, it became clear we weren't welcome. Dena and some of the teachers began giving us cold looks. Dena even told us that other parents didn't want their kids playing with ours. The whole environment felt hostile and out of control. After another unproductive meeting with Dena, we were told our options were to find a new school or pay for a full-time aide, on top of tuition. We enrolled her in a new school the following week, and the difference has been incredible. One of the strangest parts came when we decided to withdraw our daughter. Dena asked if we would bring her by for "closure." I declined, as I didn't feel that would be appropriate. I went to pick up her belongings, and while the students and teachers had made her a goodbye card, which seemed sweet at first, the messages inside were deeply unsettling. Things like "We know there's good in you" made it sound like she was evil or broken. Again, she was THREE. And she really is a sweet, loving kid (who gives the best hugs). At her new school, she has many friends, and in 7 months, she's had one behavioral incident. We still recognize that she is an emotional and spirited child, but she is thriving in a supportive environment. I only wish we had made the switch sooner. Looking back, it's shocking to realize that for the entire second half of the school year at MMS, we didn't hear a single positive thing about our daughter. I feel heartbroken thinking about the constant negative feedback loop she was caught in. no wonder she thought she was "bad." I'm not saying MMS is a terrible school for everyone. Clearly, some families have had positive experiences. But it seems that if your child doesn't fit a certain mold, they are unwilling or unequipped to support them. I still struggle to understand how things got so bad, especially considering the immediate change we saw when we moved her. Even at home, she was noticeably happier. she now runs into school every morning and i have so much peace of mind.

This project of building a retaining wall at Correria Junior High School was a massive undertaking:…read more1,400 linear feet of sheet pile and concrete retaining wall, drainage brow ditch and cable railing, removal and replacement of 1,452 lineal feet of curb, gutter and sidewalk, one curb ramp, new irrigation lines and appurtenances for new irrigation services, 1,020 lineal feet of chain link fence, planting and irrigation and miscellaneous improvements to install a 2-feet thick soil cap over existing burn ash at the school site. All this occurred at the busy corner of Valeta Street and Famosa Blvd. Reyes Construction did the job and it turned out very nice. One big reason for the project? There was toxic waste at the site from its construction in the late 1950's and it needed to be dealt with. Between 2001 and 2008, SDUSD conducted environmental investigations at the site and determined that elevated concentrations of lead and dioxins/furans believed to be from burn ash material brought onto the site and mixed with on-site materials during construction of the fill slopes and portions of the playing fields. Also a concern? Contaminated run-off from the school site into nearby Famosa Slough. A community activist observed sediment run-off flowing into the Slough from the School Site and reported it to the state Water Board. A notice of violation was given to the City Schools to contain the pollution. Eventually, a storm water treatment system was installed in 2009 at the parking lot on the eastern portion of the site. This now removes sediment from storm water run off before it enters the Slough. This system has helped clean up the water at Famosa Slough greatly. Also, the retaining wall would help out with a big problem in the area: parking. The new retaining wall has built up the upper parking lot at the school and now there is finally significant space for additional parking and for parking spaces at adjacent Bill Cleator Park. Future projects planned for the new greatly expanded site include a Correia Sports Complex with multiple-use fields, space for soccer, football, lacrosse and field hockey events, with seating for spectators and ,continued use of an existing baseball field at the site and expanded night lighting. 5 YELP STARS for the new retaining wall. That corner now looks so much better without the dead weeds and pickleweed that used to grow on the hillside. The wall cleaned up pollution in the ground and water and it will help improve the dire parking situation in the area for the YMCA and the baseball and soccer crowd who play at Bill Cleator Park. Eventually, the retaining wall with help to make more room for a projected enhanced sports complex that the entire Point Loma Cluster of schools will be able to use for Pennisula sports activities.

Bullying seems to be treated as an extracurricular activity by some students. The drama spreads…read morefaster than the school Wi-Fi, and rumors travel through the hallways at the speed of light. If eye-rolling, gossip, and unnecessary arguments counted as academic subjects, this school would be nationally ranked. My kid comes home daily complaining of racist and antisemitism. It's like you're not cool unless you put others down here. Depressing! The vaping situation is impressive in the worst possible way. Some students appear to spend more time trying to look mysterious in the bathroom than they do learning. The teachers deserve medals, raises, vacations, and probably therapy. Many are clearly overworked and doing their best to teach while also serving as counselors, security guards, referees, conflict mediators, and part-time detectives. A kid got punched this year on the field just because! Tons of adults around too. The fact that learning occurs at all is nothing short of miraculous. A handful of students seem determined to keep racism alive despite everyone knowing better by now. It's disappointing and makes life harder for students who are just trying to get an education. Overall, this school taught valuable life lessons for my kid, including patience, conflict management, and how to recognize chaos from a safe distance. Would not recommend. Home school if you can! I do like the VP. She's new!

The best teachers are so polite and kind they help everyone who ask for help there they always…read morebring the kids out with a big smile on their face

Let me start by saying, this review is long overdue and our child is only in Pre-K!…read more The Evans School is more than a school, it's a family. At the core of this family is The Evan's School's "21 values." These 21 values serve as the foundation for the children's development. While most kids who attend a private school in La Jolla come from hard-working established families, the goal is aimed at developing the children into good-hearted and kind human beings.   Every morning starts with the pledge of allegiance and The Evans Pledge, " I promise myself today, to feel, to think, to speak and to act, only in accord with those things which are good and true and beautiful." How's that to start your day? ;) In a discussion with a group of well-educated parents whose children also attend Evan's, the question came up about investing in your child's development in earlier vs. later years. Everyone agreed that it's all about investing in the foundation of learning now in the younger years. This sets the stage for learning and gives them the tools they need to breeze through junior high school, high school and college if they choose to attend. Several Evans Alumni go on and attend prestigious colleges and many go straight to entrepreneurial endeavors or perhaps lives of service in the military. Regardless of what the student ends up doing later in life, the foundation for learning and The Evans values are engrained in each and every student so that they go on to become GOOD HUMANS.  If you're still reading and this resonates with you, then I suggest you set up a private tour of the school. That being said, I'm writing this during the COVID-19 pandemic and the kids are currently staying home. Unlike other schools, The Evans School immediately shifted gears and went to online learning leveraging Zoom and other software platforms so the kids could resume the much-needed structure and environment that they crave. I'm not going to lie, this was also much needed for our own sanity having at least one child attending school Monday - Friday.  I could not possibly give The Evans School a high enough rating. It's the type of place that creates raving fans and most importantly good humans. Alumni now send their children to the school. They continually honor grandparents and our military. It's not for everyone as it is more traditional in a world that seems to have abandoned more traditional values. I personally chose a path of service as a firefighter/paramedic and entrepreneur. My wife and I will continue to do whatever it takes to send our son to this amazing school because our priority is developing a strong foundation in learning while simultaneously instilling the values that create extraordinary humans.