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Springfield School District

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P.O. Box 210
Springfield, NJ 07081
Union County
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PH: (973) 376-1025

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Grades PK-12
2055 students
5 schools

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NJ ASK Results

Scale: % at or above proficient

Grade 3

Language Arts Literacy

87% (2007)

89% (2006)

87% (2005)

87% (2004)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 83% in 2007.

Math

90% (2007)

94% (2006)

91% (2005)

89% (2004)
The state average for Math was 87% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 4

Science

94% (2007)

92% (2006)

90% (2005)
The state average for Science was 83% in 2007.

Language Arts Literacy

88% (2007)

82% (2006)

84% (2005)

93% (2004)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 81% in 2007.

Math

93% (2007)

85% (2006)

82% (2005)

86% (2004)
The state average for Math was 85% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 5

Language Arts Literacy

91% (2007)

91% (2006)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 89% in 2007.

Math

91% (2007)

84% (2006)
The state average for Math was 84% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 6

Language Arts Literacy

76% (2007)

91% (2006)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 76% in 2007.

Math

79% (2007)

86% (2006)
The state average for Math was 79% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 7

Language Arts Literacy

94% (2007)

92% (2006)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 80% in 2007.

Math

83% (2007)

72% (2006)
The state average for Math was 66% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

About the Tests

In 2006-2007 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 7 in language arts literacy and math, and in grade 4 in science.
The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey.
The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Testing in New Jersey: An Overview

See New Jersey's state standards

Compare all elementary schools in this district

NJ ASK By Subgroup

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.

Scale: % at or above proficient

Grade 3

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	87%
Female	94%
Male	80%
Black	n/a
Asian	88%
Hispanic	75%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	91%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	87%
Special education	39%
Non-migrant	87%

Math	This District
All Students	90%
Female	89%
Male	92%
Black	n/a
Asian	95%
Hispanic	75%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	95%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	91%
Special education	59%
Non-migrant	90%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 4

Science	This District
All Students	94%
Female	90%
Male	97%
Black	86%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	100%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	93%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	94%
Special education	79%
Non-migrant	94%

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	88%
Female	90%
Male	87%
Black	71%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	89%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	89%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	88%
Special education	63%
Non-migrant	88%

Math	This District
All Students	93%
Female	95%
Male	92%
Black	86%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	95%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	93%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	93%
Special education	79%
Non-migrant	93%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 5

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	91%
Female	88%
Male	94%
Black	93%
Asian	86%
Hispanic	100%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	90%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	91%
Special education	69%
Non-migrant	91%

Math	This District
All Students	91%
Female	92%
Male	90%
Black	87%
Asian	93%
Hispanic	83%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	92%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	91%
Special education	86%
Non-migrant	91%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 6

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	76%
Female	76%
Male	77%
Black	64%
Asian	85%
Hispanic	67%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	78%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	77%
Special education	46%
Non-migrant	76%

Math	This District
All Students	79%
Female	83%
Male	74%
Black	64%
Asian	92%
Hispanic	77%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	78%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	79%
Special education	23%
Non-migrant	79%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 7

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	94%
Female	99%
Male	91%
Black	93%
Asian	100%
Hispanic	100%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	94%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	94%
Special education	63%
Non-migrant	94%

Math	This District
All Students	83%
Female	82%
Male	83%
Black	60%
Asian	100%
Hispanic	67%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	86%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	82%
Special education	44%
Non-migrant	83%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

About the Tests

In 2006-2007 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 7 in language arts literacy and math, and in grade 4 in science.
The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey.
The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Testing in New Jersey: An Overview

GEPA Results

Scale: % at or above proficient

Grade 8

Science

89% (2007)

87% (2006)

90% (2005)
The state average for Science was 79% in 2007.

Language Arts Literacy

80% (2007)

80% (2006)

84% (2005)

91% (2004)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 74% in 2007.

Math

79% (2007)

77% (2006)

80% (2005)

68% (2004)
The state average for Math was 68% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

About the Tests

In 2006-2007 New Jersey used the New Grade Eight Proficiency Assessment (GEPA) to test students in grade 8 in language arts literacy, math and science.
The GEPA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey.
The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Testing in New Jersey: An Overview

See New Jersey's state standards

Compare all middle schools in this district

GEPA By Subgroup

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.

Scale: % at or above proficient

Grade 8

Science	This District
All Students	89%
Female	91%
Male	87%
Black	79%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	100%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	89%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	89%
Special education	48%
Non-migrant	89%

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	80%
Female	90%
Male	70%
Black	57%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	83%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	82%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	81%
Special education	18%
Non-migrant	80%

Math	This District
All Students	79%
Female	84%
Male	75%
Black	64%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	75%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	80%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	80%
Special education	17%
Non-migrant	79%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

About the Tests

In 2006-2007 New Jersey used the New Grade Eight Proficiency Assessment (GEPA) to test students in grade 8 in language arts literacy, math and science.
The GEPA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey.
The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Testing in New Jersey: An Overview

HSPA Results

Scale: % at or above proficient

Grade 11

Science

83% (2007)
The state average for Science was 73% in 2007.

Language Arts Literacy

92% (2007)

92% (2006)

90% (2005)

89% (2004)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 85% in 2007.

Math

83% (2007)

85% (2006)

84% (2005)

79% (2004)
The state average for Math was 73% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

About the Tests

In 2006-2007 New Jersey used the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA) to test students in grade 11 in language arts literacy, math and science.
The HSPA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey.
Students are required to pass the HSPA in order to graduate.
The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Testing in New Jersey: An Overview

See New Jersey's state standards

Compare all high schools in this district

HSPA Results By Subgroup

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.

Scale: % at or above proficient

Grade 11

Science	This District
All Students	83%
Female	79%
Male	87%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	60%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	89%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	85%
Special education	57%
Non-migrant	83%

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	92%
Female	97%
Male	87%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	87%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	93%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	92%
Special education	57%
Non-migrant	92%

Math	This District
All Students	83%
Female	88%
Male	78%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	60%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	89%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Non-economically disadvantaged	83%
Special education	35%
Non-migrant	83%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

About the Tests

In 2006-2007 New Jersey used the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA) to test students in grade 11 in language arts literacy, math and science.
The HSPA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey.
The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
Students are required to pass the HSPA in order to graduate.
The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Testing in New Jersey: An Overview

Teachers

Teacher Credentials

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007
	This District	State Average
Emergency or conditional certificate	0%	<1%

Teacher Experience and Credentials: Issues to Consider >

Students

Student Ethnicity

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007
Ethnicity	This District	State Average
White	75%	56%
Hispanic	10%	19%
Black	8%	17%
Asian	7%	8%
Hawaiian Native	<1%	<1%
Native American	<1%	<1%

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Student Economic Level

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007
	This District	State Average
Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program	7%	27%

The Achievement Gap: Is Your School Helping All Students? >

Spending Per Pupil

		This District	State Average
Total per pupil expenditures		$14,742	$14,603

Source: NCES, 2005-2006
Breakdown By Expenditure
Instructional	60%	60%
Support services	12%	11%
Administration	10%	10%
Other expenditures	18%	19%

School Finance: Issues to Consider >