Willie Jett Commissioner of Education Minnesota Department of Education | Office of Gov. Tim Walz
Willie Jett Commissioner of Education Minnesota Department of Education | Office of Gov. Tim Walz
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 Upper Mississippi Academy School District students who failed their mathematics assessments rose by 16.2% from the previous school year.
Data showed that seventh grade students stood out with 18.2% of them exceeding standards in mathematics, which was the highest recorded proficiency in Upper Mississippi Academy School District.
On the other hand, sixth grade students had the most room for improvement, with 60% not meeting the expected standards.
Upper Mississippi Academy School District roughly covers schools within Ramsey County and has a main office in Saint Paul.
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 (%) |
|---|---|
| Upper Mississippi Middle Academy | 47.4% |
| Upper Mississippi High Academy | 41.7% |
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