School Information
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GreatSchools Rating:
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Educational Climate:
Above Average
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Technology Measure:
Medium-low
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Type:
Private
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Grades:
Pre-kindergarten - 8th Grade
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District:
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Students/Teacher:
NOT REPORTED
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Students/Grade:
15.5
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Number Students:
155
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Number Teachers:
NOT REPORTED
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Number Classrooms:
12
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Expense/Pupil:
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Poverty Level:
NOT REPORTED
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Number Computers:
21
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Number PCs:
021
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Number Macs:
0
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Principal:
Ms Inaa Piercy
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CHARTER SCHOOL
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GIFTED AND TALENTED PROGRAMS
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ESL
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SPECIAL EDUCATION
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT
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BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
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ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS
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YEAR ROUND CLASSES
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VOC-TECH
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ADULT EDUCATION
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NCLB SCHOOL
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BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL
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COALITION OF ESSENTIAL SCHOOLS
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AYP SCHOOL
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INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
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MAGNET SCHOOL
School Ratings & Reviews
School Ratings (24 ratings)
Other Review |
Rating:
Posted 2012-05-31
"Beware: The head of this school is DISHONEST. With dishonest leadership, one can only imagine how easily important facets of a school can fall by the wayside. The head of school has never been an educator, nor does she have a degree in education. There is a reason this school has not been accredited as a WA state Independent school and is a World IB Candidate school, yet has not been approved as an official IB school. The school claims to employ only certificated teachers, but look closely and you'll find the head of school will overlook even that small detail when hiring on a small budget. The school is run like a business, one that is a sinking ship. A few loyal parents and some wonderful teachers are the only things keeping this school afloat. The school aims to be a 21st century school, buying up new technology that doesn't end up being used by students, because there is no plan for use of that technology. The leadership at the school concerns itself with constantly trying new things without ever mastering anything. Teachers are underpaid (compared to other local private & public schools) and under appreciated. Turnover is high at this school - both for teachers and students."
Parent Review |
Rating:
Posted 2011-05-23
"I am amazed and very pleased to witness my child blossoming in the IB environment at Soundview. The thing I notice the most is that my child just loves to go to school. Even on days he is sick, he still don't want to miss his classes. What ever that IB program is, it is certainly very good at maximizing efficiency in learning during regular class time. My child seems to find learning in the IB environment very engaging and rewarding. It certainly helps us parents to not have to spend much time at home to supplement the education."
Parent Review |
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Posted 2011-03-16
"Soundview School is an excellent school. The IB program helps students to develop life long skills as well as deeper meaning of the subject matters. The IB program is an inquiry driven curriculum. It is amazing to see their wonder wall with 8 questions such as form, function, causation, connection, perspectives, responsibility, refection etc. The student generated questions are so insightful. Soundsview's arts program is phenomenal. All the kids are taking visual art, music and Spanish. The arts are integrated with their IB unit themes. The class size is small so each student receives very good care from the teacher. The school emphasizes the innovation, creativity, hands on projects through critical thinking framework. Soundview Middle School is an ultimate middle school for intelligent and creative students. Soundview School uses Singapore math program with hands on projects. The science lab is a real lab and the students have 5-6 periods a week. They also are taught engineering and computer programming. SoThis is the only school implementing the IB program for K-8. My kids love the school! Excellent jazz and concert band! Every kid from 5-8th graders is in band."
Parent Review |
Rating:
Posted 2011-03-04
"The fact that my daughter's school has so many reviews posted shows that families, teachers, etc, truly care about this extraordinary school and its dynamic curriculum and faculty. By the way, Soundview charges standard fees that ALL private schools charge and are indeed listed on the tuition form."
Teacher Review |
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Posted 2011-02-17
"Chalk it up to disgruntled employees, I like that, it's always easier to point the finger and blame than take a good comprehensive look at the practices and policies of a questionable administration. Nine employees gone last year, one on the radar for this year...and it's only February...just keep your eyes on the faculty page and see how the bios change. Either they are hiring poor teachers and have bad hiring practices or they are hiring good teachers and have issues with ... what? In either case, this page is suppose to help those looking at the school be informed. Disgruntled employees or not, facts speak for themselves."