Fourth-grade students at Adrian Elementary showed the highest participation in the mathematics section of the 2024-25 MCA, the Minnesota Department of Education reports.
Out of 126 students who completed the math part of the test at Adrian Elementary, 44 were fourth-graders.
According to the test standards, 86% of the school’s fourth graders achieved proficiency in mathematics.
The MCA and Alternate Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment (Alt MCA) serve as statewide tests to gauge student progress toward Minnesota’s academic standards and adhere to state and federal requirements. Assessments are offered in math, reading, and science, based on each student’s grade level. Most participants take the MCA, while those in special education and who meet criteria may take the Alt MCA.
According to Minnesota’s Report Card, overall proficiency in MCA state assessments has fallen when compared to pre-pandemic figures. Math proficiency decreased by over 7% since 2019, while reading proficiency dropped by nearly 5%.
| Grade | # of Students Tested | Proficiency in mathematics |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd | 39 | 77% |
| 4th | 44 | 86% |
| 5th | 43 | 56% |
Details in this article are from the Minnesota Department of Education. You can find source data here.
