All schools are improving, while charters are demonstrating what is possible

January 2014

• January 2014

In 2010-2011, 75% of district K-8 schools were classified as “Low”

• In 2010-2011, 75% of district K-8 schools were classified as “Low”

• Low = low proficiency and low growth

• All schools are improving, while charters are demonstrating what is possible

• In 2011-2012, district K-8 schools classified as “low” decreased to 60%
• Since 2010-2011, the number of “low” charter schools has declined by appx. 50%

Since 2011, NPS graduation rate has increased to 68% -- and the HESPA graduation rate from 31% to 42%.

• Since 2011, NPS graduation rate has increased to 68% -- and the HESPA graduation rate from 31% to 42%.

For decades, accumulated wear and insufficient resources have caused the district’s school buildings to steadily deteriorate, and they are now in the worst condition they have ever been

• For decades, accumulated wear and insufficient resources have caused the district’s school buildings to steadily deteriorate, and they are now in the worst condition they have ever been

• We must prioritize buildings that can – with significant investments – become 21st century learning environments.
• NPS would need between over $1B to bring all buildings in Newark to 21st century standards; $890M is our best/most utilized facilities are prioritized
• If we prioritize, it would cost $600 million and $750 million to bring schools up to NPS standards