(469) 593-8800
600 S Glenville Dr
Richardson, TX 75081
Levels: PK-6
District: Richardson Independent School District
Jess Harben Elementary School Census Data
Census Info
Value
Year
White, non-Hispanic:
34.5%
(2008)
Black, non-Hispanic:
20.2%
(2008)
Hispanic:
21.2%
(2008)
American Indian/Alaskan Native:
0.5%
(2008)
Asian/Pacific Islander:
23.6%
(2008)
Student Teacher Ratio:
17.4%
(2008)
Jess Harben Elementary School Ratings Summary
Average Quality Rating
4
Average Principals Rating
3
Average Teachers Rating
4
Average Activities Rating
3
Average Parents Rating
4
Average Safety Rating
4
Jess Harben Elementary School Reviews
Quality Score: 3 Post Date:2007-09-29
“I read the review dated February 1, 2007. Mr. Forte has not been the principal of Jess Harben for the last three years, Mr. Goodson has. I personally have not been that impressed with this school like I thought I would. Although I think that this school scores high when it comes to acedemic performance and expectations I give them a failing mark when it comes to the treatment of students and parents. I have dealt with some of the most arrogant and rude attitudes from teachers at this school. I am very dissapointed with Mr. Goodson because I believe everything starts at the top. I think that this school needs to not only set high expectations on test scores but also act in a positive manner which effects our childrens mental health. There is no excuse for verbal abuse!” This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5 Post Date:2007-02-01
“My son has gone to Jess Harben for the last 3 years and I have been impressed with the level of professionalism of the staff as well as the dedication of the teachers. We've had a range of teachers that have been there forever to one that was a first year. I was a little nervous about both, but they all ended being amazing. He has two teachers this year and I can't even begin to convey how unbelievable they have been. Very invested, caring, and available. Mr. Forte, the new principal is fabulous as well. He truly cares for/about the children and it shows. I am grateful we chose Jess Harben to be the foundation of our son s education.” This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5 Post Date:2005-08-02
“Vary good staff and vary clean Building.” This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 3 Post Date:2005-03-31
“Someone noted there were teachers that were fired from Jess Harben. That is incorrect. Many of the teachers who left were at retirement age and had to retire to meet a deadline for benefits.” This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5 Post Date:2005-03-23
“Jess Harben is located in a very family oriented neighborhood. The park and public swimming pool next to it is convenient as well. I didn't know the principal before Mr. Forte so I can't compare the two but he seems to be doing a fine job. There are a few first year teachers in the younger grades which I'm not sure is negative or positive.” This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5 Post Date:2004-01-29
“Hmmm...as far as I know, no one was fired...contrary to the other review, I have found there to be a good mix of new and older teachers all of whom are consistently caring and well able to teach my children. I have nothing but the best to say about Jess Harben. I have to wonder about the reasons for the negative review.” This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 2 Post Date:2003-11-10
“Most of the experienced teachers from 2002 were either fired or quit for 2003. This may be due to budget cuts. I plan on placing my child in private school due to inexperience of two many first-year teachers.” This review was posted by a parent.
This review was posted by a parent.