NJ makes its new high school graduation exam tougher to pass
State Board of Education votes to make the cut score for passing the Graduation Proficiency Assessment higher than the Department of Education suggested.
Ronald Butcher
NJ plan: Skip 10th grade standardized tests, add geometry to math exam
Starting in a few years, state standardized tests won't be given to sophomores, but graduation tests for juniors will include geometry as well as Algebra I.
To pass NJ’s new science assessments, score of 57% may suffice
Cut scores for the new NJSLA-Science are still being finalized. For middle- and high-school students, scores below 60% may be deemed proficient.