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Christa McAuliffe Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 1027 students

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Posted April 27, 2010

This is my middle school and the teachers here are so friendly and so helpful with anything you need .You know there always there .. when it comes to the students and kids they are SO friendly many activites and school sports you wont regret coming here. - Student at McAuliffe
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 24, 2010

They have a great staff who bend over backwards to help a student that needs it.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 28, 2009

i love this school they have teachers care for stundents they have many activtes for kids such als funrasier and more
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 7, 2009

The Christa McAuliffe school is the cleanest school. I love that school sooo much. They have a high efficient staff and they just down rite ROCK!!!!!
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 1, 2009

Chista mcAuliffe middle school is a great school this is my daughter's first year and i have not heard any complains yet there for this is a really nice school and really welcoming to new students or teachers
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 13, 2009

i think my child's school is terrific
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 4, 2007

I've been a McAuliffe parent for going on 6 years, and it rocks! I have yet to have a negative interaction with any staff member, be it academic, support, administrative, etc. Everyone is highly invested in having the kids succeed and excel. Just a superb learning environment!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 16, 2006

Excellent academic program with all certified highly qualified teacher. Curriculum is based on the NJ Core Curriculum Standards. Also offers a great elective program for grade 8 students. Hte music department is outstanding! With a 6th grade band and chorus and a 7th/8th grade band and chorus. McAuliffe boasts a full athletic program with 3 seasons of sports for both girls and boys. There are numerous clubs and activities including the Drama Club. Parent involvement activities are available such as Coffee with the Principal, School Home Association, and Student of the Month.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 23, 2005

Excellent programs...great Teacher/Parent communication...
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 13, 2003

This is a Great School. My son has been here for 2 yrs. and is on the Honor Roll. I can't believe it!! They learn how to build paragraphs which helps them to write a story. This school is highly recommended!!! They have the best teachers & extra help when needed!!!


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.

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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 65% in 2012.

316 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
77%
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.

316 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
79%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 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.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 61% in 2012.

340 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
77%
Math

The state average for Math was 63% in 2012.

340 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
77%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 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.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 82% in 2012.

362 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
88%
Math

The state average for Math was 72% in 2012.

362 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
84%
Science

The state average for Science was 82% in 2012.

362 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
88%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 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.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students65%
Female68%
Male61%
Black23%
Asian75%
Hispanic43%
Pacific Islandern/a
White70%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged50%
Non-economically disadvantaged70%
Special educationn/a
General education71%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant65%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students75%
Female75%
Male74%
Black59%
Asian83%
Hispanic57%
Pacific Islandern/a
White77%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged63%
Non-economically disadvantaged79%
Special educationn/a
General education83%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant75%
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 Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 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.

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

Language Arts Literacy

All Students59%
Female65%
Male52%
Black48%
Asiann/a
Hispanic46%
American Indiann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White62%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged47%
Non-economically disadvantaged62%
Special educationn/a
General education63%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant59%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students60%
Female62%
Male57%
Black43%
Asiann/a
Hispanic57%
American Indiann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White63%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged49%
Non-economically disadvantaged63%
Special educationn/a
General education64%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant60%
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 Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 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.

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

Language Arts Literacy

All Students81%
Female87%
Male76%
Black64%
Asian73%
Hispanic79%
Pacific Islandern/a
White83%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged70%
Non-economically disadvantaged85%
Special educationn/a
General education89%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant81%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students74%
Female81%
Male69%
Black54%
Asian80%
Hispanic83%
White75%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged62%
Non-economically disadvantaged79%
Special educationn/a
General education85%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant74%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students80%
Female83%
Male78%
Black68%
Asian69%
Hispanic83%
Pacific Islandern/a
White82%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged69%
Non-economically disadvantaged84%
Special educationn/a
General education89%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant80%
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 Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 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.

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.

2012

 
 
n/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.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Biology I

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
General educationn/a
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrantn/a
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
White 81% 54%
Black 8% 17%
Hispanic 8% 20%
Asian 3% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander N/A 0%
Two or more races 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 15%N/A30%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 12N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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35 South Hope Chapel Road
Jackson, NJ 08527
Phone: (732) 833-4701

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