Correia Middle School

This is the worst Junior High School in San Diego. I am hoping that none of my other grandchildren have to attend this school. The leadership is poor, no control over the children.

I am in seventh grade and I hate correia. A lot of the teachers are pretty bad and the school is d-i-s-g-u-t-i-n-g. And there is a lot of bad things that happen or go on at this school like fights and things. A lot of the staff is rude and the teachers are sooo not hands on- they tell you to do something and they expect you to do it perfectly when they have not even gave you any information on it. I do not recommend correia at all.

i fully agree my daughter is so unhappy there i can't wait until they graduate you know they have to have a 2.5 to even walk other schools just 2.0, and the staff is very very rude, just saying!
—Submitted by a parent

We have had a great experience in two years at Correia. People love to complain about this school, but when we have had any issues at all they have worked diligently to solve them. The principal and staff are very caring. The vast majority of the teachers are great.
—Submitted by a parent

Already a problem, and my son hasn't even started yet. My son experienced some personal events before the testing season last year but still managed to score ADVANCED in both Math and Language Arts. He did not make the cut at Correia for the Algebra class. I advocated for him. I let the Principal as well as the 7th grade Algebra teacher aware of the set backs and they still will not take a chance. I am currently looking for a Middle school that will allow him entrance into Algebra.
—Submitted by a parent

It continues to improve in areas of academics and citizenship in a way I will be proud and want to enhance in all ways possible.
—Submitted by a parent

Our oldest just finished up at Correia. What a super experience after coming from the very disappointing Dana! This school has it together! Administration and teachers have it going on! Miss behavior is not tolerated. High expectations are the order of the day and student are taught to be responsible for their own choices! My son is leaving prepared to meet the demands of the high school.
—Submitted by a parent

Terrific school that has made great strides in the last two years. I love having my kids there.
—Submitted by a parent

Great Principal who is very hands-on and takes an interest in every student. Terrific, competent and caring teachers. Very impressed with the quality of education my children have received at Correia Middle School.
—Submitted by a parent

Parents have really stepped-up to make this a great learning environment for the students. New Principal holds students accountable and does not allow unacceptable behavior to slip by. One student was involved in a fight, and the Principal escorted him to EVERY classroom and made him apologize to every class for his disrepectful behavior. A police report was filed, and the student was suspended. Misbehavior is not tolerated at Correia, and is dealt with appropriately. Way to go Principal Ladd! Future Parents of Correia Students: don't worry about Correia; your child we be in good hands.
—Submitted by a parent

Correia staff and personnel deal effectively with this age group; the students are not treated as 'big kids', but rather as 'young adults', and are held accountable for their behavior. Correia brought my 'B' average student to the next level. Because of the good learning environment at Correia, my daughter was ready to accept the challenges of the increased academic expectations at Pt. Loma High. I was very happy with the quality of 7th and 8th grade education my daughter received at Correia.
—Submitted by a parent

Correia Middle was by far the worst school I have ever attended. There no clubs, student organizations, or sports for the students and the honors program can hardly be considered 'honors'. Students do not follow the dress code and what is worst, the teachers simply do not bother to enforce it. I would urge parents to avoid this school if possible.
—Submitted by a student

This year it seems Corriea has taken a step back. Developing consistent communication with teacher has been very difficult. I would encourage parents to avoid this school. I would 1) Ask specifically about the ratio of adults to children at lunch ( and ask yourself if it makes sense)and 2)See if they can bring teacher turnover below 10% per year before I would subject my child to this school
—Submitted by a parent

my child graduated from correia in june of this year (2006). we are both thankful that the experience is over! school was rated for both years we were there as PI (meaning, program improvement status). this means that their test scores were below standards. the administration is much more focused on the students' adherence to the uniform policy than being responsive to parents' needs/inquiries. the principal was the worst! saw her a few times, once at graduation---which was a terribly disorganized debaucle!! students who worked hard all year to receive an honorable mention along with their certificate were left out due to poor organisation of admin. and faculty. i will be writing a letter to to the superintendent of schools. parents: i would not send my child here. i wish someone had been as frank with me. kids deserve better!
—Submitted by a parent

The teachers at Correia are outstanding. They truly care about all students and offer great clubs i.e. surf club, asb, tutoring and computers. Technology is an intregal part of every classroom and students learn to use technology as a tool to problem-based learning. The counseling staff works hard to make sure that students are trouble free and offer in-class discussions on getting along, growing up, communication and much more. They are even available at lunch. The administration is very responsive to student needs and communicates regularly with parents through bi-monthly newsletters sent out in 'eblasts' and monthly parent meetings There is a great arts program too. Music, art and drama have been a part of the curriculum for many years...even when other schools dropped the arts. My grandson had two successful years at Correia and was ready to move on to high school. Thank you for all your hard work.
—Submitted by a parent

My daughter attended Correia last year, and is excited to be attending next year for 8th grade. Teachers are great, and happy to spend time talking with you about your child and his/her progress. Awesome librarian, and the library is 1st rate. Full-time nurse on staff (elementaries have a nurse for a few hours per week). Good parental involvement, as 12-13 is a difficult age and it helps to have parents on campus before/after school and at lunchtime. Caring and attentive counseling staff. Correia is pretty much a continuation of the great programs offered at Dana. Correia gets a 'bad rap' - mostly from the rumor-mill of parents who have never had a child attend there. Maybe many years ago Correia was not good, but the Correia staff has really stepped up to make Correia into a terrific school. Parents of future 7th/8th graders: Do not be afraid of Correia!
—Submitted by a parent

I had really good friends here...Some of the teachers were ok....Lots of getting into trouble but a lot of discipline too.
—Submitted by a former student

My son recently graduated from Correia. I was not very happy with the total learning experience at this school. The advanced students had the same teachers for both seventh and eight grade in math and history. The was a definate problem with communication between the teachers and many students. The music program was strong, but I understand this has changed. I would not suggust this school.
—Submitted by a parent

I think they have a wonderful home cooking program. Its great that at least one school in this district still teaches students the basics they need to know to survive in the 21st century such as how to make a 'pizza bagel'.
—Submitted by a parent

Do not let the exterior fool you, it is a wonderful school, with few students who get one of one interaction. the teachers are great
—Submitted by a parent