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Union City School District

This district's rating is based on its schools' test results; 10 is best. Learn more >

3912 Bergen Turnpike
Union City, NJ 07087
Hudson County
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PH: (201) 348-5851

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Grades PK-12 & ungraded
9760 students
12 schools

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NJ ASK Results

Scale: % at or above proficient

Grade 3

Language Arts Literacy

78% (2007)

78% (2006)

76% (2005)

62% (2004)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 83% in 2007.

Math

88% (2007)

90% (2006)

82% (2005)

71% (2004)
The state average for Math was 87% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 4

Science

76% (2007)

72% (2006)

63% (2005)
The state average for Science was 83% in 2007.

Language Arts Literacy

76% (2007)

73% (2006)

70% (2005)

68% (2004)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 81% in 2007.

Math

84% (2007)

84% (2006)

81% (2005)

70% (2004)
The state average for Math was 85% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 5

Language Arts Literacy

84% (2007)

70% (2006)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 89% in 2007.

Math

87% (2007)

74% (2006)
The state average for Math was 84% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 6

Language Arts Literacy

62% (2007)

59% (2006)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 76% in 2007.

Math

84% (2007)

64% (2006)
The state average for Math was 79% in 2007.

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 7

Language Arts Literacy

68% (2007)

70% (2006)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 80% in 2007.

Math

67% (2007)

59% (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	78%
Female	79%
Male	78%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	78%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	87%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	78%
Non-economically disadvantaged	84%
Special education	35%
Limited English proficient	66%
Non-migrant	78%

Math	This District
All Students	88%
Female	88%
Male	88%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	88%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	93%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	88%
Non-economically disadvantaged	94%
Special education	64%
Limited English proficient	83%
Non-migrant	88%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 4

Science	This District
All Students	76%
Female	76%
Male	77%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	76%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	93%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	76%
Non-economically disadvantaged	81%
Special education	56%
Limited English proficient	58%
Non-migrant	76%

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	76%
Female	79%
Male	72%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	76%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	64%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	76%
Non-economically disadvantaged	75%
Special education	39%
Limited English proficient	58%
Non-migrant	76%

Math	This District
All Students	84%
Female	84%
Male	85%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	84%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	93%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	84%
Non-economically disadvantaged	93%
Special education	60%
Limited English proficient	73%
Non-migrant	84%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 5

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	84%
Female	86%
Male	81%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	84%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	89%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	83%
Non-economically disadvantaged	89%
Special education	54%
Limited English proficient	69%
Non-migrant	84%

Math	This District
All Students	87%
Female	88%
Male	86%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	87%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	95%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	87%
Non-economically disadvantaged	89%
Special education	69%
Limited English proficient	79%
Non-migrant	87%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 6

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	62%
Female	61%
Male	62%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	61%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	63%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	60%
Non-economically disadvantaged	78%
Special education	25%
Limited English proficient	33%
Non-migrant	62%

Math	This District
All Students	84%
Female	85%
Male	83%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	84%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	81%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	84%
Non-economically disadvantaged	87%
Special education	65%
Limited English proficient	71%
Non-migrant	84%

Source: NJ Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Grade 7

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	68%
Female	68%
Male	69%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	68%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	71%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	67%
Non-economically disadvantaged	86%
Special education	37%
Limited English proficient	38%
Non-migrant	68%

Math	This District
All Students	67%
Female	68%
Male	66%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	67%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	79%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	66%
Non-economically disadvantaged	77%
Special education	29%
Limited English proficient	52%
Non-migrant	67%

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

69% (2007)

70% (2006)

65% (2005)
The state average for Science was 79% in 2007.

Language Arts Literacy

72% (2007)

77% (2006)

63% (2005)

68% (2004)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 74% in 2007.

Math

68% (2007)

71% (2006)

62% (2005)

62% (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	69%
Female	71%
Male	67%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	69%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	69%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	68%
Non-economically disadvantaged	77%
Special education	38%
Limited English proficient	35%
Non-migrant	69%

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	72%
Female	79%
Male	66%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	73%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	75%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	72%
Non-economically disadvantaged	80%
Special education	41%
Limited English proficient	35%
Non-migrant	72%

Math	This District
All Students	68%
Female	68%
Male	67%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	67%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	75%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	67%
Non-economically disadvantaged	72%
Special education	33%
Limited English proficient	43%
Non-migrant	68%

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

38% (2007)
The state average for Science was 73% in 2007.

Language Arts Literacy

69% (2007)

68% (2006)

64% (2005)

69% (2004)
The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 85% in 2007.

Math

58% (2007)

61% (2006)

56% (2005)

50% (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	38%
Female	32%
Male	43%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	37%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	59%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	37%
Non-economically disadvantaged	71%
Special education	8%
Limited English proficient	6%
Non-migrant	38%

Language Arts Literacy	This District
All Students	69%
Female	74%
Male	65%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	69%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	77%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	69%
Non-economically disadvantaged	88%
Special education	31%
Limited English proficient	14%
Non-migrant	69%

Math	This District
All Students	58%
Female	57%
Male	59%
Black	n/a
Asian	n/a
Hispanic	58%
American Indian	n/a
Pacific Islander	n/a
White	65%
Other ethnicity	n/a
Economically disadvantaged	58%
Non-economically disadvantaged	71%
Special education	11%
Limited English proficient	23%
Non-migrant	58%

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
Hispanic	96%	19%
White	3%	56%
Asian	<1%	8%
Black	<1%	17%
Native American	<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	93%	27%

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

Spending Per Pupil

		This District	State Average
Total per pupil expenditures		$16,193	$14,603

Source: NCES, 2005-2006
Breakdown By Expenditure
Instructional	53%	60%
Support services	21%	11%
Administration	8%	10%
Other expenditures	18%	19%

School Finance: Issues to Consider >

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