Johnston Elementary School

Posted: August 24, 2026

This school was a very upsetting and concerning experience for my child. My child would come home sad and upset and was no longer the same kid he used to be. There were times when he came home with bruises, scratches all over his body, and dirty clothes. I was also concerned because he wasn’t being given lunch and was kept in a dark room.

Whenever we went to speak with the office staff or teachers about what was happening, they would tell us that the injuries were caused by other students. The principal at the time would not even come out to speak with us. The office staff and teachers would avoid talking to me or explaining what was going on, even though I felt like they all knew what was happening.

What concerns me even more is that this did not seem to be happening only to my child. I heard similar concerns from other families whose children have disabilities.

This school was a horrible and heartbreaking experience for our family. If you are considering sending your child here, especially if your child has a disability, please pay close attention to any changes in their behavior and regularly check on how they are being treated. As parents, we have to stay alert and advocate for our children when something doesn’t feel right

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Posted: March 2, 2022

I would recommend any parent that lives in the Irving ISD to seek education elsewhere. There is no diversity in the staff which has been proven as a barrier for African-American students. If 18% of the student body makeup is African American then the staff should reflect that as well. Mr. Pollard will talk to you as if you as a parent knows nothing. His decision making skills are subpar. My daughter started her kindergarten year off with one teacher that went on maternity leave after the first two weeks. She then spent the next 5 months of the year with an amazing long term substitute, who just so happens not to be certified. I say amazing because during her time there she was able to help my daughter more than double most of her test scores, she actively tried to build a relationship with the students AND parents, and because those kids loved her especially my own. After the original teacher decided she wouldnt return then they hired someone else that is certified to take over the last 3 months of the school year. Everyday since I have gotten a phone call because of my daughter's behavior and they all act like its some big shock. My daughter was the closest with the sub so yes it has thrown her off. Since this new teacher has been placed they are no longer going on site words. She was told that the kids had no structure before she got there and that they didnt know their basic shape names, allllll of which is not true. I have old school work my child has brought home that shows they in fact were learning these things. And now my child cant even tell me what she did at school today because of the lack of structure whereas before she could tell me the approximate time (because the sub was teaching that too) they did most of the activities for the day. I will not be surprised if her next test scores arent as great. I try to go over whatever she's been learning at school but NOW I have nothing to go off of. I've tried being the active parent but after being treated like I myself am not college educated and being lied to I'll most definitely be moving her to a better school and ISD. Im also disappointed in the only black face you will see aside from 3 or 4 teachers, the assistant principal. All skin folk aint kin folk.

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Posted: June 2, 2020

They promote children based on their age not their knowledge. They will promote a 5th grader to middle school with 2nd grade math skills. They don't have a program for special needs children that gets them ready for middle school. They treat them like preschoolers, then ship them off to middle school.

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Posted: January 24, 2020

No home work other than 20 min of reading

Posted: January 24, 2020

I have had my son in an other school and I feel he learn a lot more in his prior school and nothing at this one

Posted: January 24, 2020

My son has been more shy, quiet, and less interested in school this year than other years before. Can’t say he has learn any of this characteristics here at all.

Posted: January 24, 2020

There is nothing I can say it shows my son leadership at all

Posted: January 24, 2020

Can’t say if they are or not I have not had any of this experience yet.

Posted: January 24, 2020

If they do I haven’t heard anything that would show how to prevent it.

Posted: January 24, 2020

Very poor, they really need to up their game. Have students more interactive, use app or websites for learning skills, and send some ripe of home work or activities to keep kids minds active at home and even some in the summer time.

Posted: November 2, 2016

The teachers are helpful and involved in my kid and his progress. He has grown from the quiet kid to an outspoken young man

Posted: October 31, 2016

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Posted: October 31, 2016

Teachers and staff are friendly. My daughter seems to enjoy attending as johnston

Posted: October 31, 2016

A.S. Johnston is a fantastic school! The teachers, principals & staff are all amazing!! My boys look forward to going to school each day & are disappointed if they are sick & have to miss a day!!

Posted: September 30, 2016

My son started with the Life classes and he is now in regular education getting all the help he needs

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Posted: September 29, 2016

This school offers a full range of academic services including special education, bilingual and ESL services, dyslexia services and gifted and talented services! They also have different clubs like Student Council, Destination Imagination and Jaguar Choir! Amazing campus. Administration is welcoming and reliable! Engaged teachers with students and parents! Excellent.

Posted: September 28, 2016

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Posted: September 28, 2016

My two oldest daughters came to Johnston from another Irving ISD school. There are not words to Thank enough to all of them starting with the Principal and Teachers, they worked with my youngest daughter with all of her accommodations. She improved tremendously in all areas (grades, social,confidence,etc). School uses all tools available to communicate with us all the time. Teachers are involved 100% in our kids' success. They are always proactive, looking for ways to improve in all areas and help our kids to achieve their goals.Thanks Mr. Pollard for leading the amazing Johnston's team.

Posted: September 28, 2016

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My daughter was diagnosed with ADHD and Asperger's Syndrome and school has always been there to help her to achieve all her goals.

Posted: September 28, 2016

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Posted: September 28, 2016

My daughter started attending in 4th grade. Her teachers were the best and helped my child gain confidence. She excelled and made great strides ina very short period of time. One of her teachers asked her to try out for Destination Imagination. The team won regionals and placed 7th in the State. I know have a 5th grader and Kindergartener. They love their school!