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Were students of Hills-Beaver Creek School District able to meet MCA and MTAS Math testing expectations in 2021-22 school year?

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Hills-Beaver Creek School District ranked second in the Rock County for test participation, with 174 students taking the Math 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 Hills-Beaver Creek School District students taking the tests in the 2021-22 school year fell by 14.7% from the previous year.

Hills-Beaver Creek School District's students achieved an average Math proficiency rate of 58% in 2021-22 school year.

Fourth grade students stood out with 40% of them exceeding standards in Math, which was the highest recorded proficiency at the district.

On the other hand, 11th-grade students had the most room for improvement, with 42% not meeting the expected standards.

Hills-Beaver Creek School District encompasses schools within Rock County and has a main office in Hills.

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.

Hills-Beaver Creek School District's Students Proficiency Over 2 Years

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Hills-Beaver Creek School District's Math Proficiency in 2021-22 School Year

Grade# of Students Tested% Considered Proficient
Grade 32291%
Grade 42580%
Grade 52255%
Grade 62339%
Grade 72162%
Grade 83548%
Grade 112639%

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