This dissertation measures the perceptions of primary grade teachers and elementary principals concerning grade level retention. Approximately 206 primary grade teachers and 39 elementary principals responded to a survey. Explored in this research study are the three broad topics. First, the perceptions of educators concerning reasons for retention as well as the most appropriate primary grade to retain students are examined. Second, the perceptions of educators concerning effective interventions to avoid retention are explored. Third, how educators view retention after they have recommended students for retention is examined. Findings of the research study were that both primary grade teachers and elementary principals in this school district had very similar views of retention. Both teachers and principals did not regret retaining students in the past. Significance was found concerning their overall views of retention in regards to gender and their level of education.