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West Deptford Middle School

Public | 5-8 | 1050 students

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Posted July 29, 2007

I have two children currently attending WDMS. The education that they are receiving is outstanding. Their NJ ASK scores are both in the Advanced Level. My only issue is that the amount of homework and take-home-projects are overly excessive. I would like them to have some down time before they get burned-out.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 25, 2007

As a parent with a special needs child we have personally found WDMS to be very good for our son. We absolutely love our case worker and over all the teachers have been very good. I would like to see more challenging home work though and also, once I brought an issue to the current principle butI felt blown off by her. That was a big disapointment but over all we are very happy. The building could use some updating also.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 14, 2007

The bar has been lowered on academics at the WDMS. A's are too easy to attain and homework is almost nonexistent.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 20, 2005

West Deptford Middle School has alot of great academic programs for our children, Today there are alot more parents getting involved with their Childs Education. I know from experience West Deptford has alot to offer our children inside and outside the school. I am proud to say my child is receiving a great education. The Teachers and Staff really do care!
—Submitted by Linda, a parent


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 62% in 2012.

264 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
55%

2010

 
 
65%

2009

 
 
69%
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

264 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
82%
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 65% in 2012.

241 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
62%

2009

 
 
68%
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.

241 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
76%
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.

257 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
64%

2011

 
 
70%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
76%
Math

The state average for Math was 63% in 2012.

257 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
66%

2009

 
 
78%
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.

283 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
89%
Math

The state average for Math was 72% in 2012.

283 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
69%

2009

 
 
84%
Science

The state average for Science was 82% in 2012.

283 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
89%
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 Students60%
Female67%
Male55%
Black32%
Asiann/a
Hispanic43%
White64%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged48%
Non-economically disadvantaged65%
Special education22%
General education72%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant60%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students85%
Female90%
Male81%
Black68%
Asiann/a
Hispanic76%
White87%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged79%
Non-economically disadvantaged88%
Special education61%
General education92%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant85%
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 Students61%
Female68%
Male54%
Black43%
Asiann/a
Hispanic53%
Pacific Islandern/a
White63%
Other ethnicity47%
Economically disadvantaged48%
Non-economically disadvantaged64%
Special education27%
General education68%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant61%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students82%
Female86%
Male78%
Black71%
Asiann/a
Hispanic73%
Pacific Islandern/a
White84%
Other ethnicity80%
Economically disadvantaged74%
Non-economically disadvantaged84%
Special education61%
General education86%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant82%
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 Students64%
Female71%
Male58%
Black67%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indiann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White64%
Other ethnicity52%
Economically disadvantaged56%
Non-economically disadvantaged67%
Special education11%
General education70%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant64%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students61%
Female65%
Male57%
Black53%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indiann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White64%
Other ethnicity44%
Economically disadvantaged43%
Non-economically disadvantaged67%
Special education15%
General education67%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant61%
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 Students82%
Female85%
Male80%
Black65%
Asiann/a
Hispanic77%
Pacific Islandern/a
White83%
Other ethnicity82%
Economically disadvantaged70%
Non-economically disadvantaged86%
Special education31%
General education93%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant82%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students65%
Female64%
Male67%
Black24%
Asiann/a
Hispanic75%
White68%
Other ethnicity55%
Economically disadvantaged48%
Non-economically disadvantaged71%
Special education12%
General education77%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant65%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students78%
Female77%
Male80%
Black59%
Asiann/a
Hispanic65%
Pacific Islandern/a
White82%
Other ethnicity46%
Economically disadvantaged64%
Non-economically disadvantaged82%
Special education38%
General education87%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant78%
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 86% 54%
Black 9% 17%
Asian 3% 8%
Hispanic 3% 20%
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 18%N/A30%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 11N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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675 Grove Rd
West Deptford, NJ 08066
Phone: (856) 848-1200

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