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Imagine Charter School at Weston

Charter | K-5 | 892 students

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4 stars

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2012:
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2011:
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2010:
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Posted May 22, 2012

EXCELLENT SCHOOL, IMAGINE AT WESTON has met and exceeded my expectation s. The teachers are professional and caring. They take time to discuss kid s progress and are very knowledgeable about them their strengths and weaknesses. Many of the teachers have been there for years, a very good sign. The Staff knows all the children and parents, and there are hundreds of them. They always address any concerns in a polite and friendly manner. . The school has hosted many school-wide family activities and parents are made to feel very welcome and appreciated. Imagine is so large for a very good reason, they have many satisfied parents. The Bilateral academic program is outstanding. I couldn't ask for more peace of mind when I drop my son off in the morning...Thanks
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 17, 2012

This school is excellent!! I am extremely pleased that my daughter could attend this school, from your teacher all the members of this school do a great job! the communication with the teacher is excellent and parents can get involved in the education of our children that to me is extremely important. I recommend it 100%
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 20, 2012

Great school! The teachers, secretary, principal and administrators are there to help you and your child. Teachers are always communicating and they all work as a team. Parents involvement is unbelievable!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 22, 2011

Yes it's the first day but we had to rate our experience . We have our little one in Kindergaten. She came back home happy of being in the class. The teacher already sent us updates via email about the activities done during the day. Seems like communication is a big thing and we love it. It was worth the wait!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 15, 2010

My 3rd child is at this school, and it continues to improve every year. The leadership and performanance of the school under Imagine and Mrs Vernon is at it's best. My child partipates in the bi-literate program and what a GREAT opportunity to graduate from 5th grade knowing how to read and write in both English and Spanish.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 24, 2010

This is my 2nd grader's first year at this school and I wish I could give it MORE than 5 Stars!!! The principal is absolutely amazing and the staff is wonderful and VERY helpful. I LOVE LOVE LOVE my son's teacher. She really challenges him and I love it. He's learning so much. I couldn't be happier.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 14, 2010

Nothing but absolutely fabulous feedback on this school. Everyone cares and gives their all - from the front office, to the teachers, to the principal and aftercare staff. I couldn't ask for a more positive learning environment for my somewhat sensitive son!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 29, 2010

It is a great school and my child has had a wonderful learning experience this year. The faculty and staff are great and very caring when dealing with the children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 17, 2009

I am a retired teacher and administrator. I have in the past participed as a school evaluator . I have visited this school several times . My granddaughter attends this school. I am very happy with the faculty, the curriculum and the participation of the parents. I highly recommend Imagine School and Congratulate them for their good work. Dr. Aleida R. Baum


Posted October 28, 2009

I can't say enough great things about this school. I was definitely relieved when my daughter got into this school. Great parent envolvement! Your kids is not just a number in this school, everyone knows your kid by name. My daughter loves going to school. Small classes, and great teachers and staff. I highly recommend this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 10, 2009

Teachers and staff all seem to have the best interests of our kids in mind. They achieve great results with less funding than neighboring public schools.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 7, 2009

I love this school and all three of my kids have attended at different times. I have two older children that have graduated but I still have one enrolled. LOVE IT! GREAT TEACHERS ! LE
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 6, 2009

Great School! Strong parent involvement. all grades are in separate buildings with a large courtyard in the middle for soccer, sports and games. My kids love it. They provide well rounded education for both gifted and not gifted children. Strongly recommend it.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 10, 2008

I can can not say enough about the quality of teaching at this school. The 4th grade FCAT writing scores prove it. They have the highest scores in the county and among the highest scores in the state. The proof is in the pudding. They deliver!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 14, 2008

Best place for my child. This school really cares.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 12, 2007

Severe overcrowding. Teaching to a FCAT test. Academically poor with many students needing tutors & repeating grades. Vicious carpool & parking situation. In Weston you get what you pay for so skip all public schools like this and pay for a private school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 23, 2007

Understaffed, high student-teacher ratios. Good level of extra-curricular activities, fair parent involvement, questionable bullying and discipline methods.
—Submitted by Alex Perez, a former student


Posted March 6, 2007

I think this school has been an excellent choice for our children. My older daughter went to this school from 3rd grade to 5th grade. She excelled so well and was so well prepared that when she arrived at Tequesta she was placed in all advanced classes and currently a straight A student. Our younger daughter is also following in her sister's footsteps. For us this school has only been fantastic!
—Submitted by Marc Weiss, a parent


Posted January 30, 2007

I have been at this school since it opened and feel my kids have had great teachers. I do have concerns regarding the principle's refusal to hear anything negative. I feel she does try to be intimidating and discourages feedback from parents that is not 100% positive. The teachers are caring and very responsive with parents. I think there have been several programs that have been promoted that have fallen by the wayside without comment.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 23, 2006

I feel my children have both received a good solid education in this school.
—Submitted by a parent


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.

About these ratings

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 58% in 2012.

142 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
93%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 56% in 2012.

142 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
90%
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 60% in 2012.

150 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
96%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2012.

150 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
88%
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.

124 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
96%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 61% in 2012.

124 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
91%
Science

The state average for Science was 51% in 2012.

124 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%
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 81% in 2012.

150 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

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

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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 53% 25%
White 42% 46%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 2%
Black 1% 23%
Multiracial 1% 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 3%N/A46%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree 79%N/A65%
Master's degree 21%N/A32%
Doctorate degree 0%N/A1%
Other degree 0%N/A2%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010
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2500 Glades Cir
Weston, FL 33327
Phone: (954) 659-3600

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