John Adams Middle School

1081 New Dover Road

School District

Edison Township Public
Grade

6-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:14
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on August 16, 2023

The school teachers are overwhelmed with too many students per teacher. The curriculum is slightly below that of other districts. The main issue with the school is that bullying incidents are not taken seriously with the councilor providing little or no support. There is no monitoring in place to prevent incidents from happening. The bullying often involves physical abuse which is then dealt with a warning or suspension. Our experience has been bobas at this school and I had to switch my child to a private institution because I was worried about the culture at the school.
Submitted by parent on February 17, 2022

School is dogshit but students are good.
Submitted by parent on April 11, 2021

I am a parent to one of the student in this school. Hope they remove 3D sculpting subject from the syllabus. One of the time waste and not useful subject. Better, they can give a better choice to the student. Better, they can keep the subject as required.
Submitted by student on February 26, 2019

The school is really nice and clean. They care about kids and would do anything for them. I am currently attending Jams and it is amazing. The teachers try to make school fun like there are some days when we have no homework like today. Today was lucky 26 so no homework for the whole school! The teachers are constantly trying to teach us to respect others and to be kind. I love this school so much!
Submitted by student on February 19, 2018

Overall, I would rate my experience at this school as good. Their academics are challenging enough to get students ready for high school but easy enough for the kid to be a well-rounded, involved kids. It's a great enviornment for students as the schools promotes a great character and being involved with the community. Coming out of this school, most students, including myself, are well rounded invidiuals who are able to balance school extracurriculars, outside activities, and personal life very easily. Not only does this school challenge middle schoolers to try their best, but makes the transition from middle school to high school much easier.
Submitted by student on December 20, 2017

I would rate is as Good as the academics are strong and teachers ensure they give us an appropriate amount of learning each day, along with homework and classwork.
Submitted by parent on September 22, 2015

great school in a great community, it cannot get better than this. North Edison is a affluent neighborhood full of wealthy individuals. School dresses you for success. Classes are higher leveled and technologically advanced. Kids grow up with others with high morale and character taught from their parents work ethic and the schools teachers
Submitted by parent on December 25, 2014

The principal is a bully and has chased a lot of the good teachers to other schools and districts. The moral at the school is low among the staff. The PTO is dysfunction and does nothing for the students. If you are going to send your child to this school make sure that you stay active or you will regret it.
Submitted by other on September 30, 2013

jams IS GREAT I GO THERE IM IN SIXTH GRADE IT WAS SO EASY THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL THERE - SERENITYHUNTER
Submitted by other on August 07, 2013

John Adams Middle School is an extremely academic-centralized school, with only about 1/80 students participating in dances and other fundraising events. Hoops for Heart and bake sales always make money, though. The teachers at JAMS are varied. Some, the best, are the greatest people. 2 current teachers are in the armed forces. One of them sent out a notice at Christmas time, asking for all money spent on gifts to him to instead be donated to charity, since he had all he needed. Others are absolutely out of their minds. Anyone who went/goes to JAMS knows what I'm talking about. JAMS is also rivals with Woodrow Wilson. Overall, John Adams is a great middle school.
Submitted by other on May 26, 2013

i actually go to jams and its prettty good. some teachers are really mean and rude while others are really helpful and kind. students here often dont follow directions..honestly, i have never gotten detention but im an average student. jams is fillled with wise and talented students
Submitted by parent on December 23, 2011

My child went there from 7th grade to 8th grade. She absolutely loved it.. She mad so many friends that will last her a lifetime. The teachers were always there for her and had excellent teaching skills. Her grades went up after I put her in public school. The diversity of the school is great as well. The activities and opportunities available to the kids are outstanding. My daughter did not want to leave John Adams and move on to high school. She loved every moment of her middle school experience. I as a parent am happy too!
Submitted by parent on November 06, 2011

Very very good. Teachers are very knowledgable and students are disciplined in the right amounts. Very impressed with the overall quality of instruction.
Submitted by parent on October 26, 2011

So far I am impressed with the school and the academics. I know North Edison is a very competitive district, so I am waiting to see how much help is given to those falling behind. The student body itself is such that drives one to achieve. It's not an easy school by any means. The teachers are well aware of the student body abilities and seem to teach to the upper crust more. I looke at this as a positive challenge. Let's see!