Canyon Vista Middle School

"Overall, decent school. The environment is nice, the kids there are cool (except for the really derpy ppl), and most of the teachers are nice. I just wish that we didn’t keep doing worksheets or textbook work *cough cough* *mrs Lennox*."

"good school, good teachers. My only critique is that a large portion of the school look like sloths, especially this one kid in my grade. I also found a goat on a floatee in the pool . In conclusion it is a great school. 5/5 rating"

"This is the best school to attend. You get to know a lot of people, teachers are unique, and that we are safe. If you see these negative reviews, ignore them because they have no influence and they know nothing about us. If you think were a terrible school or district, you will find yourself regretting all the good things because we are the most recommended school district. When you give us 5 stars and a positive review, I am so far more happier from that. Back to what I was saying earlier, this isn't a school where you should have high expectations. In CVMS, we offer the help you need to go to Westwood to have a great experience. We have the best staff in our school since they can understand your problems and they can come up with a quick solution. If you have a moody time in the school, make some friends. Anybody in our school is welling to help out since friends treat other people as their friend. Our homework can be a lot so you can ask your teacher to reduce your work. I recommend to school because of the education is better than most of the schools around here. Another reason why is that we are a safe school. Thank You and Choose Kind (Our School Motto or Slogan) - Leyton Fu"

"Having been involved in schools across several states and districts - private and public - I'm pretty well-informed about what makes a great school great. Canyon Vista is a GREAT school. Its leadership is positive and proactive. Student needs are first and foremost, regardless of what size or shape those needs come in. Most members of the staff (there are a few exceptions as with any school) love what they do (and it shows), are responsive, make the kids think, CARE about the work they do and the students they teach. Academically it is on par with private schools. It feeds into Westwood HS, which is ranked 2015 US News 200-something in the country! In terms of activities, they are leaps above the rest. A student can really learn who s/he is and develop passions and interests at this school. They have a lot of opportunities to show case their work. They value health and physical fitness. This school has PE every day and this isn't dodge ball, this is FITNESS (think CrossFit, mile time trials), which is awesome since for some it's all they get in a day. The sports teams vary, but is strongly supported and positive. Both of my kids really miss this school and as a parent, I will always appreciate the fact this school doesn't just talk the talk, but also walks the walk. It's an increasingly rare quality for our education system in this country. Kudos to them . One final note, if you're new to the area, I would heavily recommend Laurel Mountain as your elementary school over Spicewood. I have been involved at both (substitute, volunteer) and can tell you Laurel Mountain will be the stronger academic and kinder choice of the two schools. Spicewood talks a big game but the rigor, care, and discipline was very lacking."

"Overall it's a good school if you get the right teachers, but there are some bad ones you should watch out for. Denise Loose - Overall not a very good teacher, only teaches things out of the book, compains about her pay in front of her students. Fred Reyna - Haven't had him but I have constantly heard complaints about him. Nancy Moeller - Teaches horribly and complains too her students."