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Sweet Home Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 774 students

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4 stars

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Posted March 12, 2013

Not a bad school at all. The kids can be typical middle schoolers but the teachers keep them in line. The teaching methods here are very progressive and student-centered. My only recommendations would be for a) The administration to be more visible out in the halls and cafeteria and b) Get rid of the student announcements/morning show. It's very poorly done and wastes important time that could be spent learning.


Posted February 7, 2012

This school is better than it seems. Overall, the faculty and staff really try to provide a great education. Science and athletics are particularly strong subjects. Extracurricular activities like the musical are and sports are heavily promoted and supported. The new principal is a bit weak -- he doesn't act on students' and teachers' valid concerns.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 16, 2009

Love this school, my son attends and how cool that I did when I was a boy. I think the staff along with Mr Smorol-principal are very caring and have given my son the tools to strive in a sucessful manner..
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 7, 2009

I am currently a 7th grader here, and I love it. However, I think that Study Hall should be availible to all students all school year.
—Submitted by a student


Posted July 4, 2008

I used to go here before I moved, and I truly wish I could come back. Everything about Sweethome made me feel, ironically, at home. The people aren't snobbish, the teachers aren't full of themselves, and the principal is there on a daily basis. And now I feel homesick... :(
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 16, 2008

Like most Middle Schools, Sweet Home middle has a problem emphasizing the importance of social interaction and is completely unfocused on actual education. It seems to continue on in the high school as well. The problem would be easily resolved by making elementary k-8 and using the middle school building as a 2nd high school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 25, 2008

My son is an 8th grade student here and we love it! The music department is wonderful and the activities for students allow every child the opportunity to participate in something that they enjoy! it truly meets the needs of all students!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 4, 2008

sweethome is one of the best schools in the world in my opinion my child loves it
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 11, 2006

This is an excellent school...The teaching staff is supportive, motivated, and very helpful. The level of parent involvement is impressive, and there are a ton of extracurricular activities.
—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.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

248 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
65%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

250 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
66%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 52% in 2012.

252 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
50%

2011

 
 
48%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

256 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
71%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 50% in 2012.

256 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
50%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

258 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
59%
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2011.

214 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
83%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 76% 51%
Black 16% 19%
Asian/Pacific Islander 5% 8%
Hispanic 2% 21%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 29%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 2%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 11N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 4%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 8%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 5%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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4150 Maple Rd
Amherst, NY 14226
Phone: (716) 250-1450

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