Statement:
New Jersey will continue to use multiple measures for exiting students. However, there are now exit scores for
ACCESS which can be used for one of the measures for exit determinations. For grades 1-12, the exit score is a
language proficiency level of 4.5 on ACCESS; for kindergarten, a language proficiency level of 3.0.
Lori Ramella, NJDOE
Question:
Does the 4.5 exit criteria refer to the composite score or is it necessary to have 4.5 in all areas?
Reply:
Yes, it is the composite score.
Elizabeth Franks, NJTESOL/NJBE President
Question:
Can the 4.5 cut score be achieved at tier B of any grade cluster or only on Tier C at 3-5 cluster?
Reply:
It is possible for a student to score a 4.5 on Tier B.
Lori Ramella, NJDOE
You can contact Lori Ramella
if you need further clarification. lori.ramella@doe.state.nj.us
