Severance Middle School

I highly recommend SMS; the principal, Mrs. Horne is enthusiastic and approachable, and all the teachers are dedicated and engaging.

In my opinion, the teachers in Severance Middle School are very kind. Yes, lots are strict, but they mean well. The only problem is that this school has WAY too many kids. There are now about 35 students per class, which is very unpleasant. Security here is decent, students have rules, no phones are allowed out during the day, but the only other problem I have is that there is a SERIOUS lack of free time for students. You have 3 minutes between each class, and a 24 minute lunch.

The school is over populated. 25-28 students per teacher. The academic support program set up to help students that struggle in only certain subjects is inefficient and you get no feedback from the teachers that children are assigned to. If your child comes from an elementary school that had little to no homework expect a culture shock as a 6th grader. They will have a lot of homework from all classes. They would rather blame the student for the lack of focus than examine the teachers for their teaching styles, organization and communication skills. You can also expect some sort of safety/security alert at least once a month. My family has had students in this school since it first opened and the caliber has greatly decreased since it opened. If you student needs a little extra help or a lot don't expect to get it unless you are prepared to double check things every day.

Couldn't ask for a better place for my kids to learn. Amazing staff and students!!!

I can't say enough good things about Severance Middle School! It's never an easy transition for kids to go into Middle School, but somehow the staff at SMS makes the transition effortless and enjoyable for the kids. The staff and principal are outstanding and have found the perfect balance of strong academics, strong athletics, and a safe, fun environment in which kids can thrive. The school itself is beautiful, but it's true what they say, beauty does come from the inside and this school's staff is no exception! My kids have been extremely happy and proud to be a Severance Hawk! Thank you!