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Worthington Public School District students performance on MCA and MTAS in 2021-22 school year?

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Worthington Public School District ranked first in the Nobles County for test participation, with 1,751 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 Worthington Public School District students taking the tests in the 2021-22 school year rose by 3.5% over the previous year.

Worthington Public School District's students achieved an average Reading proficiency rate of 36% in 2021-22 school year.

Sixth grade students stood out with 10% of them exceeding standards in Reading, which was the highest recorded proficiency at the district.

On the other hand, seventh grade students had the most room for improvement, with 47% not meeting the expected standards.

Worthington Public School District encompasses schools within Nobles County and has a main office in Worthington.

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.

Worthington Public School District's Students Proficiency Over 2 Years

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

Grade# of Students Tested% Considered Proficient
Grade 323037%
Grade 425329%
Grade 526042%
Grade 622943%
Grade 725927%
Grade 826636%
Grade 1025439%

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