Question: What do you think is the best grade span in an elementary school? I was just wondering what your thoughts are on this.  Would you say K-3, K-5, K-6, or K-8 is the best grade span for an elementary school.  Anyone is welcome to answer this, but I'm especially looking for a teachers' perspective.  Our school system has K-3 primary schools and I feel that the students don't have a chance to form a very strong bond at their school.

Answer: We had K-5 which I thought was fine. K-3 seems... well, silly. Is there a big difference in 3rd graders and 4th graders? Not really. I would say stop at 4th or 5th. Just my opinion, though. And, the point you bring up about "school bond" is valid. My only issue: do you want a 6th grader on the same bus as a 1st grader? If a fight would occur.... This could be a problem.
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