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Angelo Giaudrone Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 539 students

 
 
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Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Giaudrone is a great school and the test scores show it. No bully issue and now has a wait list.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 5, 2013

my school is great. im in 8th grade now and ive went there since 6th grade. we have improved so much since 6th grade. our school was failing and behind the rest of the middle schools in Tacoma. but when they brought our new principal he changed everything around. he hired the best teachers there are. all the teachers are great, they can be a little harsh on you but they do it because they wants us to learn. im sad im leaving Giaudrone this year : ( i really recommend coming to this AMAZING SCHOOL!


Posted April 24, 2011

I am a 6th grade student who goes to this school. On a scale of 1 to 10 this school would be a four. There are many disruptive kids. It seems like the teachers are letting them off too easily. There are also many girls who seem to be the same ethnicity who will hang with others like them and leave out ones that aren't like them. (People like me) The teachers also need to buckle down on the bullying issue. It seems like they let the kids who didn't earn it have many rewards. There are some classes/students that can behave themselves very well. If you aren't held back during passing time you have a 25/30 minute lunch. All of these types of things depend on the kids but the teachers also discipline students who have done no more than merely slam a book down on snap at someone. All in all the few suggestions I can give are these. Buckle down on bullying, train the teachers to deal with problems, try to have kids come together, and last but not least discipline them correctly.


Posted January 24, 2011

giaudrone is a great school and has very great teachers and lunch and also there cirriculm is very easy but sometimes they are challenging which is very good for us 6th,7th,and 8th graders i really love this school because they have a great disipline plan for everyone in the school.


Posted September 15, 2010

Based on my kids that are students, one is a 6th grader and the other is in 8th, the teachers are really bad this year. They're getting treated like a 2nd grader with the drawings. Lunchtime is really short due to teachers keeping them in class and talking. Teachers end up making them late for their next class. The lunch lady took my son's money and didn't give back change. The next day, he didn't bring any money, wanting to use his credit but then she told him to bring double the next day. I've been told that the teachers aren't really teaching at the grade level they need to be taught. They don't seem to know what they're doing.. Last year, one of my kid was in highly capable, this year, she feels like the standards are lower than normal.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 10, 2010

I went to Giaudrone for a few months. I switched. It all depends on who your hanging out with and what you choose to do. The teachers are great . However the cousiler and principal should fufill their jobs a bit more. The students get away with a lot of disrespect and bullying. Fights happen a lot!! mostly down 49th. And sociel alienation is a huge problem. Giaudrone is great when it comes to education but when it comes to being in a safe enviroment and making friends..... think twice :)
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 9, 2010

im a student and in 7th grade , yupp the bomb lol anyways this skool is thee best .. loven the teachers and the adults there yuh can trust themm
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 3, 2010

This school has went downhill in the last couple of years and you can see by the test scores. I believe most of the teachers and couselors are great, but not fond of the Principals. I think kids needs to be connected to the adults that surround them and not feel threatened. I also believe students needs to be Accountable more. They are starting to be way out of line.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 2, 2010

this school has some of the best teachers and the students dont appreciate the things that they have and they dont try to improve there behavior.
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 30, 2008

I go to this school and is currently in the seventh grade. This school offers a great HC plan and the classes are very nice. The teachers are very pro. at things and are very nice. Except for one thing. They need better respect from students though. Just a thought for anyone who reads thins. The teachers are teaching you so you are ready for the future. So next time, think before you disrespect a teacher.
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 5, 2008

my child goes to this school, and she says that 'it stinks... too much fights and no free dress days... lol' exactly her words!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2007

Giaudrone is a wonderful school. I have also a daughter attending there in 7th grade and she too much enjoys. She has been given much inspiration and loves her new Art class. She says that all the kids are nice in some way. Once someone helped her with her droped books. I love to know that my duaghter is happy at her school. I agree that its a Great place to place your kids in.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 18, 2005

Giaudrone is a nice school. My child had some good and some mediocre instructors there, but the majority taught my child well. One instructor in particular inspired my child to start writing poetry and to write a book on cooking, which will be published by the instructor who inspired it as soon as it is complete. Because the school was built less than 4 years ago, there's equipment (computers, etc.) and other resources available to the students that might not accessible at other schools.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 15, 2004

I have a child in this school, and she loves it here. She's found a lot of friends, even though most of them are guys, but her self asteem has gone up greatly. She is in 8th grade now, and she went to Giaudrone last year, for 7th. I would like to just say that if she could repeat her years of Giaudrone year after year, I'm sure she would.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 23, 2004

I have 2 children in this school. I would have to say that parent involvement is not welcome here. The teachers all do a great job and Mrs. Rouwlings (office) is a super secretary . But as for the Principal and other office staff they leave a lot to be desired.
—Submitted by Sonia Davis, 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.

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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 62% in 2012.

213 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
38%

2010

 
 
28%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

213 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
56%

2010

 
 
49%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.

198 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
41%

2010

 
 
24%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

197 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
38%

2010

 
 
47%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 71% in 2012.

192 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
54%

2011

 
 
56%

2010

 
 
51%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 56% in 2012.

194 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
46%

2011

 
 
39%

2010

 
 
36%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 67% in 2012.

195 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
58%
Science

The state average for Science was 66% in 2012.

196 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
39%

2010

 
 
37%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students55%
Female65%
Male46%
Black41%
Asian70%
Asian/Pacific Islander65%
Hispanic47%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White62%
Low income51%
Not low income69%
Special education19%
Not special education60%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students67%
Female82%
Male54%
Black56%
Asian75%
Asian/Pacific Islander69%
Hispanic69%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White74%
Low income65%
Not low income75%
Special education35%
Not special education72%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students49%
Female58%
Male41%
Black40%
Asian64%
Asian/Pacific Islander61%
Hispanic33%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White59%
Low income47%
Not low income60%
Special education18%
Not special education55%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students57%
Female59%
Male54%
Black36%
Asian79%
Asian/Pacific Islander72%
Hispanic46%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White73%
Low income52%
Not low income76%
Special education24%
Not special education63%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Writing

All Students54%
Female69%
Male41%
Black46%
Asian79%
Asian/Pacific Islander78%
Hispanic44%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White60%
Low income49%
Not low income74%
Special education38%
Not special education57%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students46%
Female49%
Male42%
Black25%
Asian75%
Asian/Pacific Islander71%
Hispanic30%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White56%
Low income39%
Not low income67%
Special education7%
Not special education52%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students59%
Female65%
Male52%
Black42%
Asian75%
Asian/Pacific Islander75%
Hispanic50%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White67%
Low income55%
Not low income72%
Special education25%
Not special education64%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Science

All Students52%
Female51%
Male53%
Black32%
Asian71%
Asian/Pacific Islander68%
Hispanic47%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White64%
Low income47%
Not low income70%
Special education18%
Not special education57%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 94% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 99% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Integrated Math 1

The state average for Integrated Math 1 was 97% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Integrated Math 2

The state average for Integrated Math 2 was 100% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used End-of-Course (EOC) examinations to assess students in Algebra I, Geometry, Integrated Math I, Integrated Math II, and Biology. The EOC tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 85% in 2012.

182 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
51%

2011

 
 
n/a
Biology I

The state average for Biology I was 96% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 99% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a

2011

 
 
n/a
Integrated Math 1

The state average for Integrated Math 1 was 97% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a

2011

 
 
n/a
Integrated Math 2

The state average for Integrated Math 2 was 99% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used End-of-Course (EOC) examinations to assess students in Algebra I, Geometry, Integrated Math I, Integrated Math II, and Biology. The EOC tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Algebra I

All Students51%
Female56%
Male45%
Black32%
Asian75%
Asian/Pacific Islander68%
Hispanic45%
Multiracial61%
Native Americann/a
White64%
Low income45%
Not low income71%
Special education9%
Not special education57%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Biology I

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Low incomen/a
Not low incomen/a
Not special educationn/a

Geometry

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low incomen/a
Not low incomen/a
Not special educationn/a

Integrated Math 1

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low incomen/a
Not low incomen/a
Not special educationn/a

Integrated Math 2

Femalen/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used End-of-Course (EOC) examinations to assess students in Algebra I, Geometry, Integrated Math I, Integrated Math II, and Biology. The EOC tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 32% 63%
Black 28% 5%
Hispanic 15% 18%
Asian 11% 7%
Two or more races 10% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native 2% 2%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 2% 1%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 164%N/A40%
Special education 28%N/A13%
Transitional bilingual 21%N/A8%
Source: 1 NCES, 2010-2011
Source: 2 WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per classroom teacher 17N/A17
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Average years educational experience 13N/A12
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree or higher 49%N/A66%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

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4902 South Alaska St
Tacoma, WA 98408
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