Merritt Brown Middle School

So far, so good! Our 6th Grader is loving her first year of middle school. Of course, it's only been a month and classes are still pretty easy. We especially appreciate Mr. Fant, a very dedicated Math Coach! Wish there was more parent involvement, but that pretty much goes for any public school, especially after grade school.
--Submitted by a parent

I had one child at this school all last year. We have had only a couple of issues with harrassment from other kids and the teachers have been careful to take care of the problems promptly. Academically, my child has soared at this school. That same child found Bay Haven to be far too stressful, and had gone there from K-5th grade. Straight A's in advanced classes with top scores on FCAT are enough proof that this school is awesome. Teachers such as Mrs. Sermons and Mr. Fant go above and beyond for the kids. We are very happy with this school.
--Submitted by a parent

Merritt Brown used to be... not the best school in the county because of various teachers, and too-easy academic programs. But since about 7 years ago, Merritt Brown has been transformed into a new school and most of the bugs have been worked out, probably because of a Principal that shows true leadership. I've found that other schools in the county lack in academic challenge compared to this school. the teachers show that they care about their students. Gym is a class that can push you to the limits and get you into shape and educate you about your body at the same time, as reported by my son. this school is way better than other middle school my children have attended, including Mowat, Jinks, and Bay haven.
--Submitted by a parent

Despite the comments of some of the other parents who have rated this school, MBMS is still a wonderful school that is even better than bay haven!
--Submitted by a parent

My family has had several children go through this school. They were always in advanced classes, so I can't speak toward the quality of the general education, but they always had good experiences that prepared them well for challenges in high school and college. Mr. Fant and Mrs. Sermons are academic pillars that all my kids loved. I've had children interested in band, sports (volleyball, basketball, track), technology, math team, art, and just about everything else you can imagine, and they were never short of extra curricular activities to keep them engaged in school and working hard. As with anything, the school is what you make it. Some reviewers have called it dirty, but I'd like to compliment them on the progress they've made in that regard since my first child started there in 1999. I'd recommend it strongly to anyone looking for a solid all-around program.
--Submitted by a parent

My student love her school. It makes me feel safer and helps not to worry about her during the day.
--Submitted by a parent

One word to describe this school: awesome I am a member of the ITV crew there, the band, Mathcounts Team, Track Team..... I have learned so much! I'm in the sixth grade, and I'm going to the State History Fair! The teachers here are perfect, I think especially Mr.Fant, my pre-algebra teacher, who also coaches our wonderful Mathcounts Team. Go Bears!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
--Submitted by a student

I am not happy how there is children that are being singled out by staff.I think its more on staff getting the grade then the students.There are teachers that should not be teaching if they want a paycheck find another job.
--Submitted by a parent

I love Merritt Brown. This is my 3rd year and I'm still in love. MBMS has helped me academically and phisically. Thanks to all my teachers...yall are the best!
--Submitted by a student

Merritt Brown is an awesome school. All the teachers that my kids have are always helpful and supportive. The extracurricular activities are great.
--Submitted by a parent