Nautilus Middle School

4301 N MICHIGAN AVE

School District

Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Grade

6-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:22
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by other on August 25, 2023

they’re so strict for no reason. all the good teachers have transferred to other schools and u have no freedom
Submitted by parent on January 09, 2019

Highly recommend...meet with counselors to get accurate data. The ones posted here incorrect not showing whole picture.
Submitted by parent on September 21, 2018

I really recommend to everyone!! Very secure
Submitted by student on March 03, 2018

I like this school, but this school has a problem with drugs, violence, and bullying
Submitted by parent on January 05, 2016

All three of my boys have attended Nautilus and it's been a very positive experience for all of them. They're grades are great and they've cumulatively witnessed three fights in the past five years...I'd say that's a pretty good middle school track record. My last one will be leaving this year and hates the thought of going elsewhere. The fact that my kids have all loved the school speaks volumes to me. NMS is doing something right.
Submitted by parent on September 21, 2015

I am a parent of two students at NMS, both in the Jr. Scholars Program. The school's new Principal (Mr. Bellmas) is dedicated to improving the school and he is very welcoming to parents and students. You can feel that the teachers and staff all work together. The PTSA is very involved and works hand in hand with the school administration. Both my kids love their school, they feel safe and have terrific teachers. With a bigger budget, this school would be outstanding!
Submitted by parent on September 21, 2015

I have 6th & 7th grade boys at Nautilus now and have a 10th grade daughterat Beach High that went to Nautius for middle school. This School has been a great experiance for all of my children and the PTSA has been getting better each year to notify me of events and things I can volunteer for. The new Principal Mr. Bellmas is available to parents and is trying to make this school even better. My kids are thrilled with their teachers and this year there are tons of North Beach elementary kids that came over. It feels comfortable to see all the parents I know from elementary school dropping off their children. Bottom line is don't be scared to send your kids to Nautilus Middle school. Save yourself the 30K and continue the public school route.
Submitted by parent on September 21, 2015

The teachers, administrators, and parents on the PTSA are all working together to improve this school. Yes, not everything is perfect. But there are excellent opportunities for students who want to learn and get involved.
Submitted by parent on September 21, 2015

All three of my sons have attended Nautilus Middle, one just graduated an two are currently in 7th grade. All three of them have had wonderful teachers who have truly taken an interest in them. Ms. Burns, Dr. Foote, Mr. Cotabarren, Mr. Hickey...all fantastic educators. Hats off, NMS!
Submitted by other on April 20, 2015

Former student here, I don't know what everyone else is smoking in these reviews (I bet more than one of them are fake), but I personally had a horrible experience with Nautilus Middle School. The teachers and staff didn't care about the students, it honestly seemed like they were just there for the paycheck. As for the students, you would do better to send your child to a school full of zoo animals. Rampant drug abuse, class cutting, and bullying galore. Don't be surprised if your child's grades worsen significantly after enrolling them in this school, it is truly terrible.
Submitted by other on January 07, 2015

I really like the school, it's clean and nice. The neighborhood is really good and civilized, the teachers are okay tho :)
Submitted by parent on August 07, 2014

We had our daughter attend this school for nearly 3 years. The bullying and the harassment got so bad that we withdrew her. Kids are constantly cutting class and there seems to be a lack of control in the hallways. The story seems to be the same with a lot of ex-students, too much trouble at nautilus. A 6/10 seems to still be too high on the charts and would expect it to drop even more if things continue the way they are. It is not uncommon to see the kids gather around and fight while others record with their cell phones to post online. In the 2013-14 school year it happened at least 5 times that me as a parent was aware of. Be careful with racism from the kids as a lot of the kids are intolerant of foreign races. Let this review serve as a cautionary tale, Even more so if you have a daughter.
Submitted by parent on April 02, 2014

My daughter is in the Junior Scholars Program at Nautilus and is doing really well. The school is located in a great neighborhood so I feel comfortable letting her walk to school alone. There are a lot of fantastic kids and very engaging teachers at Nautilus and after our initial concerns about the size of the school we are very happy with her progress.
Submitted by other on October 07, 2013

I really like this school! The school food isnt as bad as I thought it would be and some things i love.; Especially the fact that you can get free lunch and breakfast!! The only thing that I dont really enjoy is that we only have three classes a day and theyre really long. I wish there would be more classes during the day.
Submitted by parent on September 10, 2013

Nautilus is a great school and I love it. My son is happy and is getting great grades.
Submitted by parent on August 22, 2013

This was my middle school from 1992-1993. Awesome school. Some of the teachers are still there and going strong. My son attends the school now and loves it. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK NAUTILUS. TEACH OUR CHILDREN.
Submitted by parent on August 05, 2013

The school is okay it has its flaws because lots of students in that school smoke alot and the security are the worst they are rude and mean and friends with the bad kids and they make fun of other students and mr smith he's a big problem too but the teachers and the educational programs of this school are great.
Submitted by other on May 06, 2012

I love nautilus! It is my second home! The programs are kind of hard and lots of homework but I liked it!!
Submitted by parent on February 27, 2012

Beware of Mr. Smith (administrator) thinks that bullies don't bully unless they have a reason. WOW! My son got bullied and Mr. Smith said "what did your son do to provoke the bully?" WOW! On another incident Mr. Smith was told by name that my son was involved in a fight where 3 kids hit him I still haven't received a call from him that my son was attacked. I showed up in school to see him and he responded " I did not need to call you!" WOW! Please Parents if you have had similar issues please take your time to write on this. Please, I feel like i'm the only mother going through this and I know that is not the case. I will guide you if you need support.
Submitted by parent on February 27, 2012

My daughter and I like Nautilus. She's in the Junior Scholars program which is pretty much what we thought it would be: rigorous. The teachers are great! So far as the kids and any bullying, my daughter has made many new friends and still has many from her old school: South Pointe Elementary. We keep in touch with many of her former clasmates and none have reported any problems that I'm aware of, though I'm sure there are with a school this size. One surprise are the opportunities for music, theater and sports that offer lots of options. And the school is in one of the nicest neighborhoods in the country so I never worry about her walking home, taking the bus, whatever. In short, we are very pleased and comfortable with the school.