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 White Bear Lake School District students who failed their science assessments rose by 2.9% from the previous school year.
Data showed that fifth grade students stood out with 8.5% of them exceeding standards in science, which was the highest recorded proficiency in White Bear Lake School District.
On the other hand, HS grade students had the most room for improvement, with 41.9% not meeting the expected standards.
White Bear Lake School District roughly covers schools within Ramsey County and has a main office in White Bear Lake.
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 (%) |
|---|---|
| Sunrise Park Area Learning Center | 89.5% |
| White Bear Area Learning Center | 70% |
| Willow Lane Elementary School | 57.9% |
| White Bear North Campus Senior | 40.8% |
| Central Middle School | 36.1% |
| Birch Lake Elementary School | 32.4% |
| Matoska International | 29.3% |
| Lakeaires Elementary School | 28.8% |
| Sunrise Park Middle School | 26.6% |
| North Star Elementary School | 20.8% |
| Oneka Elementary School | 19.7% |
| Vadnais Heights Elementary School | 18.9% |
| Otter Lake Elementary School | 14% |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 9.3% |
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