Willie Jett Commissioner of Education Minnesota Department of Education | sahanjournal.com
Willie Jett Commissioner of Education Minnesota Department of Education | sahanjournal.com
The MCA and the Minnesota Test of Academic Skills (MTAS) are the state tests that help districts measure student progress toward Minnesota’s academic standards and also meet federal and state legislative requirements. The tests cover math, reading and science, depending on the grade that is being tested. Most students take the MCA, but students who receive special education services and meet eligibility requirements may take the MTAS instead.
The number of Goodhue County Education District students who failed their reading assessments rose by 15.5% from the previous school year.
Data showed that fifth grade students stood out with 16.7% of them exceeding standards in reading, which was the highest recorded proficiency in Goodhue County Education District.
On the other hand, 10th grade students had the most room for improvement, with 84.2% not meeting the expected standards.
Goodhue County Education District roughly covers schools within Goodhue County and has a main office in Red Wing.
Analysis from The Nation's Report Card showed math and reading scores have fallen significantly in the last decade. Science scores have been steady in recent years.
| School Name | Failure Rate (%) |
|---|---|
| REACH Programs | 79.3% |
| Pathways Program Grades 8-12 | 61.5% |
| 5RiversOnline Secondary | 50% |
| 5RiversOnline Elementary School | 8.3% |
| Pathways Program Grades 6-7 | -- |
| Tower View Alternative High School | -- |
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