based on 7 reviews
Buchser Middle School
1111 Bellomy St.
Santa Clara, CA
95050
(408) 984-2900
By: parent
Date: May, 2007
I would like to comment that Buchser faculty does the best they can with their resources. It has the largest enrollment in all of the Santa Clara middle schools that includes a large special education student enrollment. I have had children attend the Santa Clara schools for years and I have nothing but good things to say about Buchser. This school has a caring staff, teaching, administration, and office, and I never have any problems reaching any of them. I understand if they do not get back to me, it's because they're serving our children. The music program is phenominal and the afterschool sports programs, YMCA and homework clubs that are available allow my children to have good opportunities for personal growth. Thank you Buchser for teaching my children.
By: parent
Date: May, 2007
My child has done very well at this middle school. The transition was smooth and everyone of his teachers are readily available by phone or email. I have been able to have all my needs met and in turn able to get my son all of the support that is necessary for him to be successful. I believe that he is going to transition to 7th grade with ease. The school seems to run smoothly and we have never had any experiences with bullying.
By: parent
Date: May, 2007
Teachers seem not to care about students needing special help (my child has ADHD), administration doesn't follow up to respond to parent questions or complaints. Bullying and theft are chronic problems. I am not impressed by anything about this school.
By: parent
Date: February, 2007
We have been at Buchser for 5 years and I think it is a wonderful school. Every teacher my children have had has been attentive and caring. The staff is readily available to answer questions and help my children with any specific help they may need. I feel that they have adequately prepared my children for high school. The administrators (principal, vice principal and counselors) have been fabulous and are easy to talk to. The ladies in the office are wonderful and have always treated my kids as their own. All in all, I think Buchser is a great environment where children are treated respectfully and are taught to be kind, responsible, well rounded human beings.
By: parent
Date: December, 2006
We came from a school in another state where our kids were making top grades. They ejoyed what they were learning. The teachers enjoyed their jobs. It was safe and clean. We have not found that here. The students are apathetic. The homework club leaves much to be desired. Homework hotline is not reliable. The band is tops. We had a block schedule - 8 classes, 4/day, alternating - loved it. However, most of the teachers seem flexible and fairly ok to work with. The PE program is fantastic and the cafeteria ladies are very friendly.
By: parent
Date: November, 2006
Be preapred to wait at least 1 month to meet with teachers. Homework hotline has several discrepancies. The one thing you think should work- it doesn't. Teachers need to work on their messages. They are unclear, inconsistent and late. Think twice about Buchser- the worst experience for parent and child.
By: parent
Date: March, 2005
Buchser has very caring teachers and administration. I can't begin to say how great of an experience it has been. They recognize talents and adapt quickly to the changes required. When my child is out of school for more than a day, they remember when I call in to let them know and ask about them. My child's teachers seem to truly care about all the students.
