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New River Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 1281 students
 

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Posted Saturday, May 18, 2013
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This school is the worst school I have ever gone too. Personally I think you shouldn't send your child here. Somehow the food is awlways terrible, The staff do not care for their students, Children get in trouble for no apparent reason. It is by far the most disturbing place I've been in. Their is too many fights going on. Children are out of control. Teachers get better treatment then the kids it's stupid! Personally I despise some of the teachers and staff. The teachers give children detentions for no apparent reason.. What kind of treachery is this?! I suggest the people on here that say, "This is the best school.. I miss them..'' needs to stop lying. They are devils! Do not send your kid here they'll only end up not learning anything and start fights with the other kids. It's outrage to say the less.

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Posted December 15, 2012
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I had attended New River Middle School for three years. Now I am in high school. I have to say that my eighth grade year was absolutely my favorite. My two most awesome teachers there were Mr. Laton and Ms. Humphreys. Both of them were very helpful and highly enthusiastic about the subject they taught. Overall, the school was great. Im guessing that the experience varies by the so-called clique you are surrounded by. I was mainly friends with the nerdy/unique types. The best middle school that I can possibly imagine.

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Posted May 4, 2010
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The teacher and staff are great ... If I need something they are always there...
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Posted October 7, 2009
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I went to this school i loved it its the best school i ever went im very sad i had to leave there.Good thing that theres not alot of drama like my other schools
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Posted December 30, 2008
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My son did attend to this school for three years. Despite the quality of some teachers, the discipline was terrible. The figths in the cafeteria were very often and even with security were difficult to control. Some activities very good and the magnet program too. Band was extremely good, the kids were very enthusiastic. Some teachers were the best you can expect but some not so good.
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Posted April 9, 2008
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awesome school, send your kid here
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Posted October 30, 2007
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My son does enjoy his math teacher and she does go the extra mile for the kids.
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Posted August 25, 2007
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This school could be cleaner but over-all it's an awesome school to attend
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Posted July 22, 2007
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This school was the absolute worst school. The personnel were unable to control the fighting. They didn't seem to care.
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Posted July 12, 2007
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Too many fights and the food is terrible, in my opinion. The curriculum and activities are excellent. I still don't feel safe sometimes with some of the kids there.
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Posted June 29, 2005
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The teachers are very involved with the parents helping to provide the best education possible. There are many extracurricular activites ofr students to chose from. Parents are encouraged to get and stay involved so they know the level ov education their child is getting.
—Submitted by a former student

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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.

423 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
42%

2011

 
 
48%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 57% in 2012.

420 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
47%

2011

 
 
53%
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.

424 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
50%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 58% in 2012.

424 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
53%
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.

415 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
58%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 55% in 2012.

412 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
50%

2011

 
 
45%
Science

The state average for Science was 46% in 2012.

410 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
39%
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.

400 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
95%
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 "C".
  • In 2010-2011, this school received a grade of "B".
  • In 2009-2010, this school received a grade of "B".
  • In 2008-2009, this school received a grade of "B".

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.

38 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
100%
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

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 37% 25%
Black 30% 23%
White 26% 46%
Multiracial 4% 4%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 2%
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 66%N/A46%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per teacher 16N/A15
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree 55%N/A65%
Master's degree 43%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 7%N/A5%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

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