Ron Watson Middle School

9851 East 28th Street

School District

Yuma Elementary District
Grade

6-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:21
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on June 02, 2024

I am deeply disappointed with the overall experience at Ron Watson Middle School. The school has consistently failed to provide a supportive and enriching educational environment, particularly for students with special needs. Communication from the staff is severely lacking, and there appears to be a significant disconnect between the administration and the needs of the students. The reliance on digital devices over meaningful, interactive learning has been detrimental to my child’s academic progress and emotional well-being.Despite raising concerns multiple times, there has been no substantial effort to address or rectify the issues. It is clear that the school is not adequately equipped or willing to meet the diverse needs of its students. I strongly urge prospective parents to consider these factors when evaluating Ron Watson Middle School.
Submitted by other on September 28, 2020

This is an Excellent school with Excellent staff! Everyone works hard to support students both academically and socially/emotionally.
Submitted by other on May 14, 2017

They have a wolf card and 12 reasons you can get in trouble, I feel like the teachers just try to find a way to get your card out of you. 3 marks = 1 detention but overall the office staff is nice but pe, don't do it, unless you like running miles. I would suggest art and music as they are easy a's and b's
Submitted by other on December 13, 2016

HORRIBLE EVER school I ever been too fix the staff WORST SCHOOL I EVER BEEN TOO........
Submitted by other on August 08, 2013

I use to be a student of RWMS I am WELL known at that school for being a trouble maker but you know what the teachers and staff AND including the principle there all helped me become a better person unlike some schools the staff there take the time to talk to you and help you and make your day better. As for education they do help you some even offer to use there lunch break and help the students. as for some little kids out there that complain about school some just complain because they don't want to do anything in school they expect for them to be the center of attention they need to get up and ask for the help. When I needed help I stood up and asked for it I didn't just sit an wait for the teacher to offer it so a lot of parents complaining about this school make sure you talk to your kid first and don't just judge the teachers I appreciate the teachers helping me there one of them is actually my favorite teacher in the world an still is she helped me get through a lot and pushed me to become a better person and I visit that school here and there from time to time this school is not bad and is no different from any other school.
Submitted by parent on September 28, 2012

I was recently told at a parent teacher conference that my student was failing because there are too many trouble makers in his class and the teachers do not have time to help him. This is bull....my child suffers because they administration will not do anything about those few who are causing problems. There is also a lot of bullying at this school and the principal HAS AND WILL set up children to be bullied....my child is one who spoke up and told the truth about an incident that happened and now has been cussed at daily and called a snitch, he was also assaulted on the bus. I am going to transfer my child as soon as possible.
Submitted by parent on July 24, 2012

Is luck on your side? My student was lucky to have nice teachers. Although having some nice teachers isn't what it's all about. I'm sure the teachers do their best with the resources given to them, but overall the quality of teaching is less than par, sorry for the few teachers that know how to teach! The office staff changed and too bad their Vice Principal has moved to another school. He was a good one, the backbone of this school, but now he's gone! The counselor needs to be replaced, period. Less important, but still needs mentioning is the sports program. It is there, but basically a big disappointment. Instead of feeling like a winner, kids will feel the opposite. Some coaches have the best attitude, but lack in coaching skills. Some just should not be coaching anything. Thank goodness for the few parents that tried to help. On a positive note, high school is just around the corner?
Submitted by other on August 11, 2011

Hi im a stundent at ron watson i am a sixth grader i really like the teachers there they are really nice and also the do very fun educational stuff and its very big school i guess there is a sixth grade building a seventh grade building and a eighth grade building i like ron watson middle it is an awesome school i cant wait to finish this year.
Submitted by parent on June 05, 2011

I am sooooo disappointed in this school. My student needed help I had meetings with teachers and the principal, I was assured they would test her and also provide help with the math. None of that happened and my student failed Math. She went from 5 yrs of honor roll in her elementary school, to failing classes. This is awful. I do NOT recommend this school to anyone that has students who might need help as they will not get it at RWMS. I hope moving her to a school that seems to care about their students will help her get back on track. They have caused a huge concern for us as now our daughter thinks school is boring and no fun and no one cares to help her. Good idea to think about a different school. Understandable why Arizona has such low ratings when you have teachers that don't care about the student.
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