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Were students of Mahtomedi Public School District able to meet MCA and MTAS Reading testing expectations in 2021-22 school year?

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Mahtomedi Public School District ranked second in the Washington County for test participation, with 1,687 students taking the Reading portion of the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment and the Minnesota Test of Academic Skills in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Minnesota Department of Education.

The number of Mahtomedi Public School District students taking the tests in the 2021-22 school year rose by 5.5% over the previous year.

Mahtomedi Public School District's students achieved an average Reading proficiency rate of 69% in 2021-22 school year.

Sixth grade students stood out with 36% of them exceeding standards in Reading, which was the highest recorded proficiency at the district.

On the other hand, third grade students had the most room for improvement, with 21% not meeting the expected standards.

Mahtomedi Public School District encompasses schools within Washington County and has a main office in Mahtomedi.

Minnesota students take the MCA annually (or the MTAS, for students with cognitive disabilities) to determine their academic readiness. Not every grade is tested each year.

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.

Minnesota Department of Education issues could lead to data irregularities.

Mahtomedi Public School District's Students Proficiency Over 2 Years

2020-212021-220%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%68%58%69%57%DistrictCounty

Mahtomedi Public School District's Reading Proficiency in 2021-22 School Year

Grade# of Students Tested% Considered Proficient
Grade 321164%
Grade 421870%
Grade 520380%
Grade 625880%
Grade 727960%
Grade 825761%
Grade 1026170%

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