Excelsior Middle School

So glad I got my daughter out of this school. To have a straight A student dislike going to school,b/c majority of students were not there to learn, but to socialize was frustrating. She would come home from class regularly telling me about 30 minutes wasted of not learning anything b/c that is how long it would take for teacher to get class on task.Also, any kids not doing well on tests were allowed to retake to get a better grade. How can they do that! So my daughter worked hard to get her A's, but someone else can get F's and retake the same test to get an A?? This school is setting up kids for failure, by not holding them accountable. The only teacher that holds kids accountable..Mrs. Long.. is the one that gets the most complaints from parents. Wake up parents! She is the only one that is holding your kids to high standards! 80% of kids at this school are rude, disrespectful, and feel entitled to follow their own rules when it comes to education and personal character. Material things seem to be more important than RESPECT at this school. SOOO glad to be out of there!
--Submitted by a parent

Strong principal leadership and group of teachers who lead school ... most impressed with zero tolerance of bullying culture on campus ... truly a positive place for kids with strong support and care ... academics also strong from many teachers though staff also has members who have lost their zeal for the profession but are too protected by tenure and the union for district to be able to act except to work around them. My daughter loves this school with fabulous sports programs, county award winning drama and arts program and looking forward to the new year in the new library, office, theatre and cafeteria with a new classroom building and gymnasium coming soon!!!
--Submitted by a parent

This school has a major bully problem that the administration refuses to address. I have spoke with the superindent office to and they also refuse to look into it stating that those problems are left to the principal yet when I applyed for an inter district transfer for my son to get him away from the problem the district refused stating finacial reasons. Otherwise they wont keep him safe but he cant go to a school that will because they want the money for him. And this bullieing happens right in the classrooms!
--Submitted by a parent

Is it smelly? YES. The gym smells like dirty feet and has since my oldest son started there in 2001 but the programs available (not sure what will be available NEXT year) and the education they get is very good. My 13 year old son can watch Jeopardy and do very well thank you. Are the teachers all equal? Of course not, some are nicer, some take no crap at all, not a word, not a late paper, so there is no 'administrative policy' but if your child does his or her work and doesn't ever speak out of turn, it's a good school. I know because other children (not my outspoken ones) are doing well after middle school!
--Submitted by a parent

This school is improving every year, and the teachers are outstanding. There are programs for kids who need help, and the Art, Music and leadership groups are outstanding.
--Submitted by a parent

I'm going into my 8th grade year at Excelsior and it is wonderful!!! TEAM really helped me and the fun rallies made me want to improve even more....The sports teams are great ive been doing volleyball for 3 years now and it has been great because they incourage you to strive! The teachers are great because thay work with you if you have a grade problem, or even a friend problem...Rumors are just making you think that this is a horrible school but i'm telling you that ive been there and experianced it and it is the perfect school for and student! I'm very happy for next year!!!! Thanks, Ashlee
--Submitted by a student

I love this school. TEAM has really helped my son. His teacher checks his grades with him every week and calls me when there is a missing assignment. He loved the play Annie! He is really becoming a nice young man and Excelsior has made a major difference in his life! I love going to the rallies where they award all of the perfect attendance students and 3.0 or higher kids. He really worked hard to be recognized in GOLD (3.5+ GPA). This school is perfect for us.
--Submitted by a parent

poor facility. few good teachers. run down. dirty. infested. ect.
--Submitted by a student

excelsior middle school is amazing! it keeps improving every year. almost all the teachers make you feel like you have a place at school. i absolutley love it. I am going into my 8th grade year and i am cerinaly looking forward to it.
--Submitted by a student

This school was horrific. While I was being bullied day after day by a good portion of the school I felt as though the administration was doing nothing to help me. It is rare when you find a kind, loving and respectful student in this school; I heavily advise for you to send your child elsewhere.
--Submitted by a student