Assessments and Grading
Understanding Assessments and Grading
Be Prepared for Graduation:
Please keep in mind that the state of New Jersey requires the successful completion of certain assessments (e.g. the NJSLA tests) in order for a student to graduate.
Assessments We Use
The Jackson School District uses different assessments to measure student achievement and to assist us in designing instruction that meets the needs of all students. These include state standardized tests (e.g., NJSLA) and other assessments (e.g., SRI, SMI).
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Understanding NJSLA & NJGPA
The New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA) are statewide assessments that assess students’ progress toward the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in English Language Arts (ELA), mathematics, and science. The New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJGPA) consists of an ELA and a mathematics component to be administered to students in grade 11 for the purpose of meeting the state graduation assessment requirement.
Testing Dates
The Jackson School District administers testing at various times, with the majority of standardized testing taking place during state-prescribed windows in the spring. The dates referenced below are also available on the monthly event calendars on our district and school websites.
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Grading Practices
The Jackson School District utilizes grading procedures that maintain the integrity of a student's performance in school. We also utilize standards-based report cards for our elementary schools.
Information on our report cards and benchmarks are below. For grading information, please see your Student Handbook on your school's website.
