I used to b a student at this school and I now attend Monty Tech. Although I was an A and B student I did often struggle at Chocksett. I definitely agree with the November 2008 comment that there is very poor communication between the teachers and parents, or even the teachers and students when it comes
... Read more to requirements or homework and projects. These teachers assign a lot of work to these students. They start preparing the students for high school in the 5th grade when they should be preparing them for the grades ahead in middle school. Read less
Posted by a other on 06/01/09
I am a student at Chocksett and absolutely love it. To all the parents who are complaining about 5th grade: i have absolutely no idea where you are coming from with the five hours of homework. I am a A-average student and won national awards (not exaggerating) when i was in fifth grade and I found the
... Read more two teachers i had to be excellent. I had about 45 minutes of homework eachnight, and so did everyone else. I completely agree with the January '07 comment, but i do think that the principal, Mrs. Snow, does not do her job well. Thankfully, she is retiring at the end of this year. Read less
Posted by a student on 03/29/09
caring staff excellant education format, sports are focused on school representation not only ahletic prowess.
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Posted by a parent on 01/12/09
I agree with the post of November 2008. So far, our 5th grader has experienced 4-5 hours of homework every night, including weekends. Although there is a tremendous amount of work required of the student, I am uncertain as to how much effort is put in the other end. Research projects are required,
... Read more yet there is little library time and basic mechanics of creating reports are are not reviewed. Our class' website often requires updating, and errors are found both there and in notes handed out in class. I've been witness to students receiving failing grades in 5th grade as well - students I've known to be quite good at Houghton. There is a problem here. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/07/09
Our daughter was an A student until she started school here. Many other parents I have spoken to have the same experiences with this school where their kids are struggling to get even average grades. This is a VERY important transitional time in these 5th graders' lives. The teachers have done nothing
... Read more to help these kids with organizational skills - they are just expected to take on everything that is thrown at them from many different directions and are given 2-3 hours of homework EACH night. I have seen my daughter come home with well below failing grades on tests and were shocked that there was no note from the teacher to prepare us for it. There is poor communication with the parents. These failing grades have left our daughter with feelings of low self esteem at this transitional time when we are trying so hard to build her confidence. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/16/08
I am extremely happy with this school and their leadership. I have always been most appreciative of the attention and attitude of both the asst. and the principal.
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Posted by a parent on 06/17/08
I agree the administration is lacking, but the teachers are doing a good job. My son and daughter both attended Chocksett and did well at the high school because of the high demands of their teachers.
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Posted by a parent on 11/08/07
I'm very disappointed in many aspects of Chocksett. My kids attended another school in the area and were much more focus. At Chocksett, there is a very scant reading program. The principalship seems very disorganized. No school supply list is sent home at the end of the school year. Students must wait
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Posted by a parent on 09/05/07
I don't agree with the previous comments about how terrific this school is. My child had a great time in the Houghton Elementary, but the Chocksett Middle school has been a big disappointment. Some of the teachers are great, but some of them really seem burned out and unprofessional. The principle
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Posted by a parent on 04/25/07
I think this school is very well put together, I love it! The children are nice, and the teachers are wonderful. Mrs.Snow and Mrs.Sab are fantastic.
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* In 2007-2008 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
Student enrollment:
475
Students per teacher:
14
Full-time teachers:
33
Number of classrooms:
20
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Sterling schools — Chocksett Middle School is located at 40 Boutelle Rd, Sterling MA 01564. 40 Boutelle Rd is in the 01564 ZIP code in Sterling, MA The school district for Chocksett Middle School is the Wachusett Regional School District. Chocksett Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 5 - 8.
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