Arnall Middle School

I think this school is one of the very best and worst. Bullying is out of control,and the teachers are very mean according to other students.

First of all I question the post on Oct. 1, 2008 as being a real teacher. I have experienced mostly excellent teachers at Arnall. We have had only one teacher that did not challenge or improve our child's academic performance. The new principal of two years has done a marvelous job of bringing the special education department up to speed. As for the bullying, I would say go to any school system in the country and you will find some form of bullying. BTW, where are the parents and why aren't they teaching their kids that do the bullying to respect other people? Further, I have found the teachers and staff very open to extracurricular projects and activities. This year I have been helping my 13 year old sponsor a national essay competition; the principal & teachers involved have been most supportive of our project.
--Submitted by a parent

I am so sorry for the children at Arnall, if you are a teacher and you can not spell 'child' or 'should.'
--Submitted by a parent

Arnall is a awsome school i love teaching. Kids in arnall love that school i think your chid shold go there they will love it. Nice kids,teachers,staff i love arnall its better then a other school!
--Submitted by a teacher

AMS is an excellent school. I had two older daughters go to Madras which we liked. My third daughter went to Madras her first year and with the new boundaries was moved to Arnall for her 7th and 8th grade years and says she actually likes the atmosphere at Arnall better. The teachers she has had have been qualified teachers as well as caring individuals. She has been challenged and encouraged all along her way. She has also scored very well on standardized tests. When I asked her if she felt her teachers had prepared her well for the items on the test she replied yes. I think that for the most part the faculty and administration are doing a great job. As with anything, there are always exceptions and you will find what you look for. We would recommend Arnall to anyone moving to our area. Go Knights!
--Submitted by a parent

I had one child go throug this school and another there now. This school is one of the worst. The old principal had a handle on the violence, especially bullying that goes on but the principal they have now and the vice principal that came with him are horrible. They have no control at all. The only words to describe the special education group is chaos and uncaring. If you are deciding where to live based on schools. Don't choose this school. We are moving to get away from the lack of discipline, the bullying (which is over the top) and the lack of leadership.
--Submitted by a parent

Arnall is an awesome school! They do more harm than good with special needs children, but outside of that, your average student does great here.
--Submitted by a parent

I see VERY little involvement from upper administration at this school. The quality of teachers range from the very best to the worst. Science teachers seem to be excellent. Very lacking in Social Studies.
--Submitted by a parent

AMS is very over-crowded and has other problems besides. Many of the teachers are great, but I can't reccommend the school because of the other problems.
--Submitted by C J, a parent