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Luverne Public School District secures first spot in student Reading test participation in 2021-22 school year

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Luverne Public School District ranked first in the Rock County for test participation, with 600 students taking the Reading 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 Luverne Public School District students taking the tests in the 2021-22 school year rose by 2.6% over the previous year.

Luverne Public School District's students achieved an average Reading proficiency rate of 61% in 2021-22 school year.

Sixth grade students stood out with 20% of them exceeding standards in Reading, which was the highest recorded proficiency at the district.

On the other hand, eighth grade students had the most room for improvement, with 24% not meeting the expected standards.

Luverne Public School District encompasses schools within Rock County and has a main office in Luverne.

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.

Luverne Public School District's Students Proficiency Over 2 Years

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Luverne Public School District's Reading Proficiency in 2021-22 School Year

Grade# of Students Tested% Considered Proficient
Grade 38362%
Grade 48365%
Grade 58972%
Grade 67966%
Grade 78358%
Grade 89252%
Grade 109155%

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