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Forest Glen Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 1517 students

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3 stars

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Posted September 26, 2012

Two of my kids attended FGMS, another is in 7th Grade and next year my last kid is coming in, I know that nothing is perfect but FGMS comes very close to it, Teachers are great, but you have to be a good parent and work with them to help your kids. We're always trying to blame someone else for our own mistakes, if you can't be there for your child why should the teachers. I've had to deal with the Assistant Principals and they help you out with your kids. To me FGMS is way a better school than Coral Springs Charter, and contrary to the other lady's comment FGMS is more informative the CSC.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 12, 2012

This school is a joke. My daughter was bullied. They have FCAT prep on weekends so you will pass to make them look good. They are not informative at all. I had to go to the school almost weekly. Being that we are in law enforcement the school known as Forest Glen Correctional Facility for all the crime they have on a daily basis. I switched our daughter out and found the Charter Schools were better communicators as well as lower crime stats.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 15, 2011

FOREST GLEN BEST SCHOOL EVER my daughter went to sawgrass and was bullied we talked to the principle about it but he said he would get on it but never did my daughter wanted to be moved but I didn't know where my friends husband said forest glen I moved her there and now she has the best of friends and is doing excellent in school thank you forest glen
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 28, 2011

Great School! Both my children attended this school for middle school and I cannot say enough good things about it! "A" school for many, many years! That says it all! The students are learning because of the great teachers and staff!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 27, 2011

my name is eli and i graduated from fgms with the class of 2010 i had very kind teachers that cared about the students. ms.bobis,mrs.hoffman,mrs.bates,and ms.kimbrough and they really helped me go through my eighth grade year. my english teacher ms bobis taught me a lot of new words and helped me succeed in my freshman year at high school with a very high gpa


Posted August 20, 2011

I honestly LOVED everything about this school. It brought amazing memories, the best of friends, lots of education, and amazing teachers. Honestly, people don't understand how hard it is to teach and i give all these administrators and teachers credit for their amazing work. I mean, yes ; Every middle school has a few fights during the year, some kind of drama, and some not-so-good teachers. But come on, give 'em all credit 'cause we're still teenagers. That's how we learn. So yes, this school was the best. I miss you FGMS.


Posted June 22, 2011

This school is not as bad as everyone says. In my opinion if you stay away from all of the drama its not that horrible. I attended FGMS last year for 6th grade. It wasn't the greatest year ive had but ok. My favorite teachers were Mrs.Greco-Murillo,Mrs.Johnson,and Ms.Skeete. This is not a great school but if you keep to yourself its really not bad.


Posted August 31, 2010

forest glen is a unsafe school and dangerous alot of fights and gun threats and kids are rude at this school
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 6, 2010

This school is anything but great. I agree with the other parent, if you care= trouble for you and your child. The administrators do not listen and are rude. If the teachers are wrong, good luck! Your child will not get a good education here.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 25, 2010

For the parent that cannot get anyone at FGMS to address his/her concerns, email the Area Superintendent and Area Director. They are ultimately responsible for FGMS. Unfortunately many of the parents at this school are not paying attention to what is going on at FGMS and those that do are not welcomed. Unless, of course, you believe everything you are told and don't question anything, The atmosphere at this school is very hostile and I am not just referring to the students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 2, 2010

If you would like your child to continue learning how to read, I would suggest not sending them to this school. I have written letters to the Language Arts teacher and the Assistant Principal and did not receive a single reply. I have made several attempts to get in contact with Mr. McDermott but I'm always getting referred to Mr. C. I hope I have not damaged my childs education by sending her to this horrible school. This school has an A FCAT rating but if you knew what the FCAT scored on for the different grade levels you would see this is a joke of a rating.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 28, 2010

This school is really dangerous and all of the kids are rude. You never see the principal. Ugh cant wait to get out of here.
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 28, 2010

wonderful school teacher are exelent my child is in the PQL and is sooo happy at FGMS. very safe clean nice staff and parent very freindly the best
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 26, 2010

I do not like this school because everyone enters school late, does not wear dress code, and are very rude to any random person.
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 14, 2010

I agree. I can tell you first hand that this school is the worst! I hear of fights going on way too often. There are a few good teachers at the school, however; if you value your children's lives & education, I wouldn't allow them to step one foot in that school. Extremely poor communication from the administrators. You never see the principal. If have nice things to say about the school, sure you can get him on the phone, but if you have concerns or complaints, I wouldn't waste my time waiting on a call back from him.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2009

An amazingly supportive school from the Principal, Mr. McDermott to the administration and staff and parents, everyone is there to provide a 1st class eduaction to our children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 7, 2009

i'm a graduated student from this school,and i think that it is the most amazing middle school that any student could attend.it brought me wonderful friends.i would like to thank my teachers:mr.demaria,ms.bobis,mrs.hoffman,and my retired former teacher,mrs.yon.thank u for getting me through an important time in my life.thanks again to this school,and the teachers.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 21, 2009

I attended this school for my 8thgrade year. The teachers are far by the rudest. Adminstrators are assigned to their own grades by yet they are never where they are suppose to be. Teachers alwways have an attitude and pick on students! They have their favorites who can get away with murder. Teachers are often noisy. But 2 positive things are that the school has nicefunctions and I learned alot. I was on team 8c and every teacher was rude! especially my language arts teacher who could care less.Overall excellent academically and socially but terrible in everything else!
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 13, 2009

I love this school has alot of great people everything is great in this school.
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 29, 2009

I LOVE this school, I go there and I couldnt be any happier! The lunch needs a great amount of improvement however, and it could become a little safer. He was in the advanced program though! The non advanced program is the dangerous parts, because those teachers dont care! Im in 7th grade and its awesome! To all you haters, forest glen rocks! Best staff too!
—Submitted by a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 53% in 2012.

496 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
58%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 57% in 2012.

464 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
60%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 56% in 2012.

474 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
56%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 58% in 2012.

476 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
54%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 57% in 2012.

520 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
62%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 55% in 2012.

523 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
55%
Science

The state average for Science was 46% in 2012.

522 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
41%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 78% in 2012.

523 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
98%
Scale: % scoring at or above level 3

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) to test students in grades 4, 8 and 10 in writing. The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills needed to progress through school. The FCAT writing exam is scored on a scale of 1 to 6. The state considers a score of 3 or above as meeting state standards.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

  • In 2011-2012, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2010-2011, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2009-2010, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2008-2009, this school received a grade of "A".

About the tests


Florida uses School Grades to measure the overall performance of a school each year on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT). Each school is assigned a letter grade (A-F) based on three criteria: the overall performance on the FCAT, the percentage of eligible students who took the test, and whether or not students made progress in reading and math. The School Grades are calculated by adding points earned from each of the performance criteria listed above.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 59% in 2012.

104 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

2011

 
 
97%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the End-of-Course Assessments (EOC) to test students in Algebra 1. The EOC is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The Algebra 1 EOC has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 39% 46%
Black 31% 23%
Hispanic 23% 25%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 2%
Multiracial 3% 4%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0% 0%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 42%N/A46%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per teacher 17N/A15
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree 67%N/A65%
Master's degree 32%N/A32%
Doctorate degree 0%N/A1%
Other degree 1%N/A2%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Classes taught by non-highly qualified teachers 8%N/A5%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010
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6501 Turtle Run Blvd
Coral Springs, FL 33067
Phone: (754) 322-3400

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