School Accountability Report Card Reported for School Year 2003-2004 Published During 2004-2005
Notes regarding the source and currency of data: Data included in this School Accountability Report Card (SARC) are consistent with State Board of Education guidelines, which are available at the California Department of Education Web site http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/sa/definitions04.asp. Most data presented in this report were collected from the 2003-04 school year or from the two preceding years (2001-02 and 2002-03). Due to the certification timelines for graduation, dropout, and fiscal information, the data for these sections of the report were collected in 2002-03.
School Information
District Information
School Name
Jordan Elementary
District Name
Lowell Joint
Principal
Patrick Brown
Superintendent
Dr. Joe Gillentine
Street
10654 Jordan Rd.
11019 Valley Home Ave.
City, State, Zip
Whittier, CA 90603-2931
Whittier, CA 90603-3042
Phone Number
562-902-4221
562-943-0211
FAX Number
562-947-9984
562-947-7874
Web Site
www.ljsd.k12.ca.us
E-mail Address
pbrown@lws.lacoe.edu
jlaurich@lws.lacoe.edu
CDS Code
19-64766-6020150
SARC Contact
John Laurich, Asst. Supt. for Instruction
School Description and Mission Statement
Jordan School Profile
Jordan Elementary School is a recognized California Distinguished School which spans the border of Los Angeles and Orange Counties in Southern California. Jordan School is part of the Lowell Joint School District which includes five elementary schools and one junior high school. The Lowell Joint School District is a traditional district which maintains a strong emphasis on academics, character education, and patriotism.
Jordan School has an average enrollment of 491 students in grades K-6. The school population includes 47% Hispanic, 38% Caucasian, and 15% Other. A total of 92% of the students speak English as a primary language while 8% are English language learners.
Jordan School provides the following categorical services: Title I, English Language Development, Gifted and Talented Education, and School Improvement Program. Special education includes the Learning Center Program and the Speech and Language Specialist. In addition to the school library, students receive instruction in computer skills in a fully equipped computer laboratory. All students receive weekly music instruction, and third grade students receive art instruction from an art specialist.
The school enjoys a very high degree of parent and community involvement. We have a strong PTA and School Site Council that support vital programs, materials, and services.
Jordan School is an excellent place for children to develop and mature under the nurturing influence of a devoted staff and dedicated faculty.
MISSION STATEMENT
It is the mission of Jordan Elementary, a caring neighborhood school, to assist each student in the fulfillment of his/her highest potential. The curriculum is a comprehensive and challenging one, implemented by a competent and dedicated staff.
In collaboration with parents and community members, our goal is to build skills and knowledge while developing critical thinkers.
Jordan School is committed to providing each student with a safe environment that is respectful of individual abilities, promotes a positive self-concept, and encourages responsibility and good character.
Opportunities for Parental Involvement
Contact Person Name
Contact Person Phone Number
(562) 902-4221
Jordan families have high expectations for student achievement and are actively involved in all school activities. Parents and community support are important factors that influence our success. Parents are always encouraged to volunteer in classrooms, accompany classes on field trips, and to attend student performances. Many of our classrooms utilize parent volunteers in a variety of ways, including student tutoring, art projects, listening to students read and serving as a room parent.
Parents receive a monthly school newsletter, "Jordan Newsline." Many teachers send home newsletters on a regular basis informing parents of class or school activities.
Our PTA is very involved with our staff and students. They provide special programs and activities throughout the year. They are a major source for fund raising and provide yearly support for assemblies and teachers’ classroom funds.
Our School Site Council meets five times a year to discuss academic information, school activities and planning for expenditures.
Parents volunteer for special school projects as needed. A number of our parents have served on the Playground Equipment Committee.
All parents are encouraged to participate in school programs such as Back to School night, monthly PTA meetings, quarterly School Site Council meetings, fundraisers, parent teacher conferences and open house.
We are blessed at Jordan School with a strong community support and look forward to enjoying our strong relationship in years to come.
I. Demographic Information Student Enrollment, by Grade Level Data reported are the number of students in each grade level as reported by the California Basic Educational Data System (CBEDS).
Grade Level
Enrollment
Kindergarten
62
Grade 9
0
Grade 1
74
Grade 10
Grade 2
Grade 11
Grade 3
76
Grade 12
Grade 4
57
Ungraded Secondary
Grade 5
64
Grade 6
82
Grade 7
Grade 8
Ungraded Elementary
Total Enrollment
477
Student Enrollment, by Ethnic Group Data reported are the number and percent of students in each racial/ethnic category as reported by CBEDS.
Racial/Ethnic Category
Number of Students
Percent of Students
African-American
7
1.5
Hispanic or Latino
226
47.4
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.0
Pacific Islander
Asian
12
2.5
White (Not Hispanic)
178
37.3
Filipino
10
2.1
Multiple or No Response
44
9.2
II. School Safety and Climate for Learning School Safety Plan
Date of Last Review/Update
9/03/2004
Date Last Discussed with Staff
Jordan School believes that there must be a safe and orderly school environment for optimum learning to take place. School rules are clearly communicated to students and parents. The school principal takes responsibility to make sure that a school-wide discipline policy is in place and school rules are fairly and consistently enforced. Copies of school rules and discipline policy are sent home to parents regularly. Jordan’s suspension/expulsion rate is minimal at .05%.
A visitor to our campus will find classrooms quiet and busy with students on task. Classrooms are protected from unnecessary interruptions to maximize instructional time. Teachers take pride in maintaining attractive and intellectually stimulating room environment. Our campus is fenced to give protection from intruders. All visitors are asked to make appointments and are required to sign in at the office before entering. Students may be signed out during the day only by authorized adults who present proper identification.
Our buildings are clean and kept in good repair. All classrooms are air conditioned.
Regular earthquake and fire drills are practiced. The disaster plan is reviewed at the beginning of each school year.
Jordan’s School Plan includes a comprehensive School Safety component which addresses the following:
The school plan is reviewed and approved annually by the Superintendent and Board of Trustees.
School Programs and Practices that Promote a Positive Learning Environment
The Jordan staff places a high priority in developing responsible citizens through our Character Education and motivation programs. Citizenship is taught through our Character Ed program and emphasized with special awards representing each classroom during monthly assemblies. Our PTA takes pictures during our Citizenship assemblies and displays them in a display case for all to enjoy.
Students are encouraged, challenged and motivated to complete all of their homework, learn all of their math facts and to read with the implementation of our homework, math and reading clubs. Students who become members of the various clubs receive a variety of special opportunities.
We participate with the Kiwanis Club of La Habra to recognize those students who have brought up their grades through the " BUG" award program.
Fifth and sixth graders may participate in the district’s Day of Excellence and compete for academic medals. The nation’s Presidential Academic Awards are also given to sixth graders who have attained a high academic grade point average through elementary school.
Suspensions and Expulsions Data reported are the number of suspensions and expulsions (i.e., the total number of incidents that result in a suspension or expulsion). The rate of suspensions and expulsions is the total number of incidents divided by the school's total enrollment as reported by CBEDS for the given year. In unified school districts, a comparison between a particular type of school (elementary, middle, high) and the district average may be misleading. Schools have the option of comparing their data with the district-wide average for the same type of school.
School
District
2002
2003
2004
Number of Suspensions
29
24
151
249
254
Rate of Suspensions
.01
.06
.05
.03
.07
Number of Expulsions
5
Rate of Expulsions
.002
School Facilities Safety, cleanliness, and adequacy of school facilities, including any needed maintenance to ensure good repair. Description of the condition and cleanliness of the school grounds, buildings, and restrooms.
Jordan School was built in the mid 1950’s. Jordan School provides 20 original classrooms and an additional 10 portable rooms that were purchased to accommodate school enrollment and class reduction programs. Our beautifully landscaped campus provides students a comfortable setting to learn, and everyone is encouraged to participate in keeping the school safe and clean. Students enjoy going to a well-equipped computer lab and library. A multipurpose room is utilized for special assemblies and for lunch. An outdoor stage is provided for special presentations and gatherings. Students often enjoy eating outdoors under large ash trees. The school facilities are in good repair and are annually inspected by the fire department and our maintenance staff. Safety, cleanliness and maintenance of facilities are high priorities at Jordan School. Two custodians and a highly skilled district maintenance department help to ensure a safe, clean and well-maintained campus. Long-term maintenance needs are prioritized and repaired on a regular basis. Safety hazards are given highest priority. Jordan School was recently painted inside and out.
III. Academic Data Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Through the California Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) program, students in grades 2-11 are tested annually in various subject areas. Currently, the STAR program includes California Standards Tests (CST) and a norm-referenced test (NRT). The CST tests English-language arts and mathematics in grades 2-11, science in grades 5, 9, 10, and 11, and history-social science in grades 8, 10, and 11. The NRT tests reading, language, and mathematics in grades 2-11, spelling in grades 2-8, and science in grades 9-11. California Standards Tests (CST) The California Standards Tests (CST) show how well students are doing in relation to the state content standards. Student scores are reported as performance levels. The five performance levels are Advanced (exceeds state standards), Proficient (meets state standards), Basic (approaching state standards), Below Basic (below state standards), and Far Below Basic (well below state standards). Students scoring at the Proficient or Advanced level meet state standards in that content area. Students scoring at the Proficient or Advanced level meet state standards in that content area. Students with significant cognitive disabilities who are unable to take the CST are tested using the California Alternate Performance Assessment (CAPA). Detailed information regarding CST and CAPA results for each grade and proficiency level can be found at the California Department of Education Web site at http://star.cde.ca.gov or by speaking with the school principal. Note: To protect student privacy, scores are not shown when the number of students tested is 10 or less. CST - All Students Data reported are the percent of students achieving at the Proficient or Advanced level (meeting or exceeding the state standards).
Subject
State
English-Language Arts
55
61
60
59
32
35
36
Mathematics
56
54
31
34
Science
27
30
25
History-Social Science
37
33
28
CST - Racial/Ethnic Groups Data reported are the percent of students achieving at the Proficient or Advanced level (meeting or exceeding the state standards).
African- American
White (not Hispanic)
52
69
50
73
21
CST - Subgroups Data reported are the percent of students achieving at the Proficient or Advanced level (meeting or exceeding the state standards).
Male
Female
English Learners
Economically Disadvantaged
Students With Disabilities
Migrant Education Services
Yes
No
66
17
63
58
43
67
23
Norm-Referenced Test (NRT) Reading and mathematics results from the California Achievement Test, Sixth Edition (CAT-6), the current NRT adopted by the State Board of Education, are reported for each grade level as the percent of tested students scoring at or above the 50th percentile (the national average). School results are compared to results at the district and state levels. The CAT-6 was adopted in 2003; therefore, no data are reported for 2002. Detailed information regarding results for each grade level can be found at the California Department of Education Web site at http://star.cde.ca.gov/ or by speaking with the school principal. Note: To protect student privacy, scores are not shown when the number of students tested is 10 or less. NRT - All Students Data reported are the percent of students scoring at or above the 50th percentile.
Reading
---
68
51
NRT - Racial/Ethnic Groups Data reported are the percent of students scoring at or above the 50th percentile.
53
79
NRT - Subgroups Data reported are the percent of students scoring at or above the 50th percentile.
40
65
70
Local Assessment Data reported are the percent of students meeting or exceeding the district standard.
Writing
K
97
78
83
92
95
86
87
1
98
91
93
89
2
88
85
80
84
3
94
81
4
100
75
96
77
6
72
47
8
9
11
California Physical Fitness Test Data reported are the percent of students meeting fitness standards (scoring in the healthy fitness zone on all six fitness standards). Detailed information regarding the California Physical Fitness Test may be found at the California Department of Education Web site at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/pf/. Note: To protect student privacy, scores are not shown when the number of students tested is 10 or less.