I have nothing but great things to say about Escalona.! Even though my children have only been at…read moreescalona for two school years going on the third, our experience at Escalona has been great, everyone at the school is extremely friendly, kind and knowledgeable of what they are doing, they go above and beyond for the children. Moreover, the school has a new Principal. She is full of amazing ideas that will only make the school an even better place for our children. Also the PTA is amazing, they plan so many great events for the students. Overall, my children are very happy at Escalona and that makes me an extremely happy parent.

Some good stuff and some bad stuff. I went to escalona from kindergarten to 5th grade, and there…read morewere some great teachers. Most of them probably are retired now, but Mrs. Webber and Mrs. Blass were so nice to have as teachers. Now let's get to the ones I hope don't work there anymore. Mrs. Vaquez was my teacher during COVID and she was rude to me as I am to little kids on CoD. Mrs. Lee's class was ok but she was always unnecessarily yelling at me. Recently, I heard someone at the school called my little cousin the N word. But little kids are all saying that now, it's pretty much unavoidable. Mrs. Litle (former principal) was also mean for no reason. Overall the education was good just teachers weren't that good, but that comes with every school. Overall I would recommend this school if you're looking for somewhere to send your kid.

Love this school, both my kids have attended and can't say enough about the friendly staff and…read moreteachers. The school has grown much since my kids started but it still small and very tight community. School holds many events and programs such as musical class that teach kids how to play instruments and other stem and artistic activities.

this is one of best elementary schools and i know I'm a old student who used to go here all the…read moreteachers are cool.

Everyone is very welcoming, I have made so many friends there. Everyone likes to encourage one…read moreanother to join groups being offered. The deacons are nice and you end up being their friend. I love Beatitudes of our Lord, I feel it's my second home.

Sad to say, this school does not practice what they preach. We were looking for a new school for…read moreour two kids and heard mixed reviews about this school but still decided to check it out. Within minutes of getting there we got weird vibes. The front office lady was not very friendly. It was like as if we weren't good enough from the beginning. We were fortunate enough to run into the principal (I think his name was Mr. V) and I was like oh thank god, someone else to base the school off of. Ummm he was even worse. Very click ish and made us feel like if we didn't beg to get in, we weren't getting in. Seeing him interact with everyone was cringe. You are either in the click or you're not. The amount of paperwork requested was ridiculous and no other school asked for 3-4 years worth of report cards. We had heard the school is small and doesn't have much to offer but were wanting to check it out to make our own opinion. This school is a HARD PASS. The staff is not friendly. Don't waste your time.

this school can be much better if the boys bathroom will look better there's no soap, paper towels…read moreso we have to use our pants or the tp and there messed up stalls and smells all the time. And the kids stole my stuff and the mrs Garcia and Mrs bae did barely anything about it and said I would get new P.E. shorts for free i got nothing.

First off, the school was really small. Next, a history teacher was teaching about slaves and my…read moreson, who was the only black student in his class, was called up to demonstrate how slaves were transported. This school is extremely racist.

UPDATE (April 2026): It is worth noting the suspicious…read moretiming of the most recent activity on this page. My initial review was posted three months ago. Prior to that, the most recent rating was a 2-star review from a year ago. Now, suddenly, within the last two weeks, there has been a wave of four 5-star reviews--some even mentioning the Principal by name. For parents doing their research: please take note of this pattern. It is quite a coincidence that after a year of silence, the school suddenly receives a surge of perfect ratings just as enrollment season peaks and my initial detailed review remains unaddressed. It appears the school is focused on "padding" their online image to drown out a parent's honest experience. Interestingly, looking back at the school's history, there are older reviews (if you filter 1 star reviews) from 9 years ago documenting that previous administrations also solicited 'glowing reviews' from parents. It seems that instead of evolving, the school has maintained a long-standing pattern of prioritizing image management over addressing the root causes of parent concerns. A sudden spike in positive comments doesn't erase the documented favoritism and safety concerns I've detailed in my original review below. [Original Review Below January 2026] I truly wanted to support this school, but after a year, I had to withdraw my daughter for her own well-being. The environment is deeply toxic, specifically regarding a practice known as 'rage baiting.' This is a form of targeted harassment where students intentionally provoke or mock a specific peer until that student has an emotional outburst. Despite this being brought to the attention of leadership, the administration does little to intervene. There is a disturbing pattern of chronic absenteeism among students who were simply avoiding school as a survival mechanism because the environment had become emotionally unsafe. Leadership needs to conduct a serious internal audit to understand why students are choosing to stay home rather than face the daily provocation allowed within these walls. Furthermore, my daughter witnessed a disturbing lack of empathy and discipline in the classroom. While there are no special-needs students attending the school, students frequently use 'disabled' as an insult. If a student asks a question that others perceive as 'dumb,' they are mocked with offensive hand gestures simulating a disability. Teachers observe this and say nothing, allowing this culture of mockery to go unchecked. This behavior is compounded by clear favoritism. The principal's child is part of a dominant social group that appears 'untouchable' due to their father's position. While my daughter was labeled a 'bully' by the principal for a single reactive incident in an unmanaged classroom (kicking the chair of a disruptive "star athlete" student), star athletes and well-connected students receive preferential treatment regardless of their conduct. Despite the school's branding, we found no evidence of Christian values here. Their final interaction with us was a petty dispute over a book that was sitting right in front of them--a fitting end to a year focused more on tuition than student character.

Heights Junior High has been such a blessing for our family. The teachers and staff truly care…read moreabout the students--not just academically, but spiritually and emotionally as well. It's clear that they are passionate about helping each child grow into a confident, respectful, and faith-driven young person. The small, supportive environment makes a huge difference. Students are encouraged to succeed, and there's a real sense of community where everyone feels seen and valued. I especially appreciate how faith is woven into everyday learning, helping students build strong character and a solid foundation for high school and beyond. The teachers and staff go above and beyond, always communicating well with parents and creating a safe, nurturing space for kids to thrive. My daughter has grown so much during her time here, and we are truly grateful for the impact this school has had on their life! All of the teachers have made such a big impact on her, and with this being her last few months on this campus, she's going to miss each and every one of them! I cannot put into words how much the Principal Troy Kimura has meant to my daughter. Troy has made such a steady source of strength, support, and faith, and has gotten my daughter through some very tough moments she and myself will always be so thankful for. He has made a lasting difference in my daughter's life, and we will always be grateful for the kindness and love he has shown. If you're looking for a Junior high, I HIGHLY recommend this campus to any family that prioritizes both education and faith!

Already a great experience for my kiddo. Looking forward to the school year and getting involved!read more

I go to this school and it's fun! the assemblies are okay but depending on what grade you are it's…read morepretty fun!

This school can be unpleasant. Some of the things the other children say without discipline. My…read moredaughter, got called fat not even the other day. Also, she comes home starving, about to pass out. So, I ask her what's wrong. She said she didn't like the lunch, and that's all they had. This school would be much better if you got the right fundings to at least allow another option for the students. If that was done, and discipline was better, this school would definitely be much better for the comfortability for students. Also, students of disabilities, should be treated with a bit more discipline. The people there let one student I have heard my daughter mention named Kayla, do whatever they want. This is not good for any students with disabilities. And, they need to notice more about kids with mental health problems. This would make students feel much better.

i loved it here but i did hste some of the teachers one of them mafe most of there students cry but…read more5th grade was my year man i miss this place so much great kids grate staff made lots of memories here but lots of the time they don't take things seriously and there dumb

My son goes to this school and I could not be happier! The…read moreteachers and staff are so attentive and caring. After the first week staff already knew his name. There is a real sense of community here which is why we chose this school. He is excelling in his class with the amazing Mrs. Hadden. I'm so impressed with the knowledge he comes home with from music, bible, stem etc. Very happy with the standards the school has as far as conduct, behavior, technology use, language etc etc. My sons also attended the chess club after school which was very well run and I was so impressed with what he could do at only 5! Overall highly recommend this school your children will be well taken care of.

My granddaughter attends Heights Christian school .. great school with very well educated teachers…read more willing to assists their students .. students are challenged and encouraged to learn by studying with assigned homework in my opinion is that, they are being prepared on a junior college level