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Hillside Township School District

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195 Virginia Street
Hillside, NJ 07205
Union County
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PH: (908) 352-7664

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Grades PK-12
3206.5 students
6 schools

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NJ ASK Results

Scale: % at or above proficient

Grade 3

Language Arts Literacy

77% (2007)

75% (2006)

74% (2005)

65% (2004)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 83% in 2007.

Math

81% (2007)

79% (2006)

72% (2005)

56% (2004)
The state average for Math was 87% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 4

Science

62% (2007)

66% (2006)

65% (2005)
The state average for Science was 83% in 2007.

Language Arts Literacy

73% (2007)

71% (2006)

73% (2005)

65% (2004)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 81% in 2007.

Math

78% (2007)

76% (2006)

69% (2005)

51% (2004)
The state average for Math was 85% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 5

Language Arts Literacy

82% (2007)

74% (2006)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 89% in 2007.

Math

75% (2007)

72% (2006)
The state average for Math was 84% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 6

Language Arts Literacy

67% (2007)

53% (2006)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 76% in 2007.

Math

74% (2007)

54% (2006)
The state average for Math was 79% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 7

Language Arts Literacy

55% (2007)

61% (2006)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 80% in 2007.

Math

43% (2007)

47% (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	77%
Female	78%
Male	75%
Black	82%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	64%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	71%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	76%
Non-economically disadvantaged	78%
Special education	27%
Non-migrant	77%

Math	This District
All Students	81%
Female	77%
Male	85%
Black	81%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	82%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	75%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	80%
Non-economically disadvantaged	82%
Special education	59%
Non-migrant	81%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 4

Science	This District
All Students	62%
Female	62%
Male	63%
Black	61%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	59%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	74%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	57%
Non-economically disadvantaged	69%
Special education	35%
Non-migrant	62%

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	73%
Female	81%
Male	65%
Black	72%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	78%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	70%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	69%
Non-economically disadvantaged	78%
Special education	24%
Non-migrant	73%

Math	This District
All Students	78%
Female	80%
Male	76%
Black	79%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	72%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	78%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	75%
Non-economically disadvantaged	82%
Special education	56%
Non-migrant	78%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 5

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	82%
Female	87%
Male	76%
Black	81%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	80%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	86%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	78%
Non-economically disadvantaged	87%
Special education	40%
Non-migrant	82%

Math	This District
All Students	75%
Female	77%
Male	73%
Black	70%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	85%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	82%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	71%
Non-economically disadvantaged	79%
Special education	29%
Non-migrant	75%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 6

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	67%
Female	66%
Male	67%
Black	65%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	67%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	78%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	62%
Non-economically disadvantaged	73%
Special education	18%
Non-migrant	67%

Math	This District
All Students	74%
Female	73%
Male	75%
Black	72%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	72%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	88%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	75%
Non-economically disadvantaged	72%
Special education	30%
Non-migrant	74%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 7

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	55%
Female	59%
Male	49%
Black	53%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	58%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	61%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	48%
Non-economically disadvantaged	64%
Special education	15%
Non-migrant	55%

Math	This District
All Students	43%
Female	45%
Male	40%
Black	38%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	55%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	50%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	37%
Non-economically disadvantaged	51%
Special education	5%
Non-migrant	43%

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

67% (2007)

64% (2006)

60% (2005)
The state average for Science was 79% in 2007.

Language Arts Literacy

58% (2007)

55% (2006)

55% (2005)

49% (2004)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 74% in 2007.

Math

42% (2007)

36% (2006)

27% (2005)

31% (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	67%
Female	68%
Male	66%
Black	66%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	64%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	76%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	61%
Non-economically disadvantaged	72%
Special education	33%
Non-migrant	67%

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	58%
Female	67%
Male	50%
Black	57%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	64%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	50%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	53%
Non-economically disadvantaged	63%
Special education	16%
Non-migrant	58%

Math	This District
All Students	42%
Female	40%
Male	44%
Black	40%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	45%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	40%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	39%
Non-economically disadvantaged	45%
Special education	13%
Non-migrant	42%

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

31% (2007)
The state average for Science was 73% in 2007.

Language Arts Literacy

71% (2007)

71% (2006)

71% (2005)

74% (2004)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 85% in 2007.

Math

38% (2007)

39% (2006)

54% (2005)

47% (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	31%
Female	25%
Male	37%
Black	29%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	32%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	41%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	29%
Non-economically disadvantaged	32%
Non-migrant	31%

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	71%
Female	78%
Male	64%
Black	66%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	85%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	85%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	70%
Non-economically disadvantaged	72%
Special education	31%
Non-migrant	71%

Math	This District
All Students	38%
Female	40%
Male	36%
Black	33%
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	38%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	59%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	35%
Non-economically disadvantaged	40%
Non-migrant	38%

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	3%	<1%

Teacher Experience and Credentials: Issues to Consider >

Students

Student Ethnicity

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007
Ethnicity	This District	State Average
Black	69%	17%
Hispanic	20%	19%
White	10%	56%
Asian	1%	8%
Hawaiian Native	<1%	<1%

How Important is Cultural Diversity at Your School? >

Student Economic Level

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007
	This District	State Average
Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program	49%	27%

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

Spending Per Pupil

		This District	State Average
Total per pupil expenditures		$13,448	$14,603

Source: NCES, 2005-2006
Breakdown By Expenditure
Instructional	63%	60%
Support services	9%	11%
Administration	10%	10%
Other expenditures	17%	19%

School Finance: Issues to Consider >

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