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Archimedean Middle Conservatory

Charter | 6-8 | 286 students

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5 stars

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2013:
Based on 2 ratings
2012:
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2011:
Based on 4 ratings
2010:
Based on 26 ratings

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Posted April 1, 2013

I meant.... Middle and Upper Conservatory principals are NOT open minded....It is an A+ school as they teach kids how to answer on the FCAT (scores) but they do not concentrate much on anything else...
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 24, 2013

THIS SCHOOL IS AMAZING I ATTEND THIS SCHOOL AND IHAVE NEVER HAD A PROBLEM SO TO ALL THOSE PARENTS WHO COMPLAIN THEY ARE NOT PREPARED TO MAKE A COMMITMENT AND THAT IS IT. ABOUT BULLYING THERE IS NO BULLYING MAYBE THERE ARE SMALL PROOBLEMS BUT MAJOR BULLYING HAS NEVER HAPPENED AND THE PRINCIPAL IS AMAzING SHE CARES ABOUT ALL HER STUDENTS AND IF SHE PAYS NO ATTENTION TO THE COMPLAINING PARENTS IT IS ONLY BECAUSE THE PARENTS ARE COMPLAINING FOR NO REASON. THIS SCHOOL IS AMAZING AND I RECCOMEND IT TO EVERYONE.


Posted August 7, 2011

The principal is no-nonsense and has dealt with the bullying situation of my daughter within 24 hours PERIOD!!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 19, 2011

This is the worst school I have ever dealt with! The principle is very rude and does not address parents' concerns or comments. Bulling is a big problem and it seems that it will not get better. The school is too concerned about expanding, for what? If you want your child to attend the High school you will have to reapply. The only reason the school scores high in the FCAT is because they require MANDATORY Saturday school. My kids will not be returning to this school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 22, 2011

My child was to this school in 7th grade, and I can honestly say it was the worst decision we ever made. Every night she comes home bombarded with homework, and she stays up studying until the late hours of he night. Yet she still fails to get decent grades. Every morning she detests going to school. In addition to that, my child is very artistic and doesn't fit in with the environment of this school. The level of maturity in this one differs from other schools. The language arts, science, and social studies courses were fantastic, but the math taught in 7th grade was below par. Even with that being said, she still struggled with homework every night to maintain average grades. This school also has MANDATORY saturday school, which is ridiculous. Can't they fit it in sometime during school hours? This school also has more school hours than a traditional public school, and students have no choice in electives. The computer elective is only an excuse to assign unnecessary homework. This school was disappointing, I don't see why there is so much hype over it. I'm glad we are no longer in Archimedean.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 2, 2011

MY daughter goes to this school, it has a very high academic curriculum. i love that she is in st. government as a vice president, she goes to school does her work, during lunch she has various meetings(editor of news crew,st. gov't. ) or goes to a teacher and they give up their lunch to tutor her. then after school she either has a game for basketball or volleyball or has practice. this school teaches my daughter how to interact and how to get things done.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 10, 2010

The school has created a setting where all students will thrive!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 10, 2010

It has great curriculum, well focused on child learning and great discipline. Well prepared staff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 10, 2010

great school, great teachers!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 9, 2010

I am totally convinced that this Charter school is one of the best one, Oustanding principal, teachers with dedication no schedule stablish 24/7 available. and 100% parents retribution, life becomes a lot easier when the most important aspect in parenthood is met by this wonderfull school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 9, 2010

Major focus on discipline , education and safe environment for the kids they have a wonderful staff .
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 9, 2010

Every person at Archimedean is commited to provide the best education possible to all the students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 9, 2010

I love Archimedean becouse the teachers and staff truely cares about the students and that is what matters.If a child is not making the grade the do what they can to help that child bring up the grades.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 9, 2010

Archimedean allow us (parents) to be part of this excellent Middle School, develope the kid's skills above the average of other Schools not only in Dade county but all over Florida & USA. Students graduated from here will have a brilliant career in their life
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 9, 2010

The school cares about the students and the students work harder. The rules are strict and the curriculum is difficult but this allows the students to be number 1 in Dade county and #2 in the state of Florida!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 9, 2010

Good education for a growing mind.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 9, 2010

the have a goal, and they encourage our kids to succeed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 9, 2010

Archimedean offers my child the best education in all aspects. I like that Archimedean takes it seriously to make great men and woman from our kids and this is something we cannot obtain anymore in this society, they work with us to keep our kids safe and in a healthy environment while studying. I love how my daughter feels Archimedean as her home. I think we were lucky to find this school that is just different and better in many ways.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 9, 2010

The leaders of the school, teachers, staff, parents and students are a great team. The outstanding academic level of the school challenge our children to explore their capacities to the maximum.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 9, 2010

Has the best academic curricculum, a familiar and friendly atmosphere, the best support from teachers, and students will feel at home, but will simultaneously learn things that were thought to be out of their reach.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

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.

120 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
90%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 57% in 2012.

120 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
93%
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.

82 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
97%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 58% in 2012.

82 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
96%
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.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
93%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 55% in 2012.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
91%
Science

The state average for Science was 46% in 2012.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%
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.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%
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.

82 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
84%
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
Hispanic 78% 25%
White 15% 46%
Multiracial 4% 4%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 2%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0% 0%
Black 0% 23%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 13%N/A46%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree 39%N/A65%
Master's degree 62%N/A32%
Doctorate degree 0%N/A1%
Other degree 0%N/A2%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Classes taught by non-highly qualified teachers 13%N/A5%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010
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12425 SW 72nd St
Miami, FL 33183
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Phone: (305) 279-6572

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