School Information
-
GreatSchools Rating:
8
-
Educational Climate:
Above Average
-
Technology Measure:
Medium-high
-
Type:
Public
-
Grades:
6th Grade - 8th Grade
-
District:
Union County Public Schools
-
Students/Teacher:
15
-
Students/Grade:
386.7
-
Number Students:
1160
-
Number Teachers:
77
-
Number Classrooms:
-
Expense/Pupil:
$4,900.00 - 5,099.99
-
Poverty Level:
6 - 15.9 PERCENT
-
Number Computers:
250
-
Number PCs:
249
-
Number Macs:
001
-
Principal:
Ms Blaire Traywick
-
CHARTER SCHOOL
-
GIFTED AND TALENTED PROGRAMS
-
ESL
-
SPECIAL EDUCATION
-
ADVANCED PLACEMENT
-
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
-
ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS
-
YEAR ROUND CLASSES
-
VOC-TECH
-
ADULT EDUCATION
-
NCLB SCHOOL
-
BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL
-
COALITION OF ESSENTIAL SCHOOLS
-
AYP SCHOOL
-
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
-
MAGNET SCHOOL
School Ratings & Reviews
School Ratings (20 ratings)
Parent Review |
Rating:
Posted 2012-06-18
"Academically my son did well and we had no problems. The teachers were all very nice. The issue I have is at this age range theres need to be a lot of communication between the school and the parents. If there is a trend that is alarming among the student body I feel the school has the responsibility to inform the parents. I approached the school about a cutting situation that I knew several students were involved in. They told me they were aware but not much they could do. This is an issue that should have been alerted to the parents. I never heard of this as a teenager and never would have thought. It is an issue that is not being addressed."
Parent Review |
Rating:
Posted 2012-01-30
"I am being very kind when I say, I am already looking at private school for my son who is only in the 4th grade. While I love the K6 and 9-12 programs, the middle school leaves a lot to be desired. My 9th grader went to SVMS after Weddington Middle - it's like leaving the Hilton and going to the emergency shelter. The stories that she came home with every day sounded like made for TV movies. There is very little enforcement of the rules, and it seems like a dumping ground for the last, the least and the left out. While she did well academically, she struggled in other areas which spilled over into our home. We sent her there well rounded and she came home with and attitude that made our home very tense. My son will NOT go there if we can help it. If he does - I WILL BE THERE EVERY CHANCE I GET TO MAKE SURE HE STAYS ON TRACK!!!!!"
Parent Review |
Rating:
Posted 2011-07-01
"I am an educator and had the choice of a few schools to send my children. I am consistently pleased that I sent my children to SVMS. One child is entering the 8th grade and has been provided with many opportunities to develop as a person and a scholar. The drama and music department alone make SVMS stand out. My son will be attending this year and cannot wait to begin. I am a firm believer that the school is only as good as the parents and their involvement. The PTO has become increasingly involved, and that has also brought a very positive atmosphere to the school. Overall, I love SVMS and am thankful my children attend this school!"
Parent Review |
Rating:
Posted 2011-06-30
"Sun Valley Middle School is a wonderful school. The focus is on student success, academics, and instruction. The principal has done an incredible job making it a learner-centered school. School spirit and pride is at an all-time high."
Parent Review |
Rating:
Posted 2011-05-21
"My daughter is just about to complete 8th grade, she has attended SVMS for 3 years and loved it. I have been very happy with her experience both academically and socially. She is in BETA club and is taking advanced classes. There are lots of opportunities for the kids to get involved and there is a lot of school spirit."