Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools District registered 39.3% of its students failing the science portion of the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment (MCA) and the Minnesota Test of Academic Skills (MTAS) test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Minnesota Department of Education.
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 Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools District students who failed their science assessments fell by 1.2% from the previous school year.
Data showed that fifth grade students stood out with 11.8% of them exceeding standards in science, which was the highest recorded proficiency in Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools District.
On the other hand, HS grade students had the most room for improvement, with 45% not meeting the expected standards.
Westbrook-Walnut Grove Schools District roughly covers schools within Cottonwood County and has a main office in Westbrook.
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 (%) |
|---|---|
| Westbrook-Walnut Grove Secondary | 44.9% |
| Walnut Grove Elementary School | 26.5% |
