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Essex County Vocational School-Bloomfield

Public | 9-12 | 492 students

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Posted June 30, 2012

I have recently graduated from this school and to say I have done so does not make me feel significant, but to say that I have done so and have left an important image for people there to remember makes me proud. I have left behind new clubs and activities for future generations to hopefully continue. This school has always lacked in extracurricular activities and the only activities for students to participate in are basically sports. If you're not the jock kind of guy, you have a rare number of clubs or organizations to attend. I would encourage students who want a new club or sport for this school to create their group, show support and talk to the principal and staff about it so that they know people care and will continue the activity. Parents who want their students to have a perspective of a good education (with Honors and AP) and some experience in the work field (CTE options are the Building Trades for people interested in construction or working on infrastructure, the Arts for students interested in the media, drawing and video production, Business for students interested in accounting, management, and more, and then there's the more recent Green Energy Academy).
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 20, 2009

i currently attend this school&&+ im a junior i enjoy the school, it may be a little boring sometimes but the education is what's important =] they just made a student council&&+ hopefully that should help with the lack of after school activites
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 3, 2009

This school is excellent, and so many different activity's for my kids.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 8, 2008

As a involved parent of this school, I think it is a wonderful school, academically. Yes, it is a tech school and they just need to offer more to the college bound students. Times are changing. The Vice Principal is a wonderful asset warm and caring. The Principal could be more warmer to parents, but I guess we all have our own ways.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 6, 2007

Bloomfield Tech is a good high school that has all the qualities that a high school should have in this country. Bloomfield has great teachers that take their time making sure all their students learn the concept each day. The principal is an ok guy who cares about the school as much as the students and the teachers. The security is a must each day in school and safety for all is ensure. The only problem with the school is the activities for students to enjoy which is hard to come by. I'm starting my second year at Bloomfield and I believe that its a excellent school for parents to check into. Interview and Test is require the apply for the school.
—Submitted by a student


Posted July 31, 2006

I attend this school currently. and it seems to be a good school. but the onky thing is is that it lacks extra curricular activities. this year would be my 4th year there and ive kind of enjoyed myself so far. we'll just wait till school comes bac to see what happens this year. Principal Love seems to handle things really well. There is good security in this school, we rarely have any problems or fights. If youre thinking about sending your child here, dont hesitate, especially if you dont really care for extra curricular activities.
—Submitted by angel, a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

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

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 92% in 2012.

102 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
86%
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.

102 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
79%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA) to test students in grade 11 in language arts literacy and math. 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.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Black100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged100%
Non-economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
General education100%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant100%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students95%
Female96%
Male94%
Black95%
Asiann/a
Hispanic95%
Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged98%
Non-economically disadvantaged81%
Special educationn/a
General education95%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant95%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA) to test students in grade 11 in language arts literacy and math. 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.

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.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Biology I

The state average for Biology I was 59% in 2012.

135 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Biology Competency Test (NJBCT) to assess high school students in Biology. The New Jersey Biology Competency Test (NJBCT) is standards-based, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Biology I

All Students79%
Female72%
Male88%
Black75%
Asiann/a
Hispanic83%
Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged79%
Non-economically disadvantaged81%
Special educationn/a
General education79%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant79%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Biology Competency Test (NJBCT) to assess high school students in Biology. The New Jersey Biology Competency Test (NJBCT) is standards-based, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.

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.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 54% 20%
Black 43% 17%
Asian 2% 8%
White 1% 54%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Two or more races N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 86%N/A30%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 11N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mr Eric Love

Programs

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  • Vocational education
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209 Franklin Street
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
Phone: (973) 412-2206

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