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Edgerton Public School District secures second spot in student Reading test participation in 2021-22 school year

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Edgerton Public School District ranked second in the Pipestone County for test participation, with 225 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 Edgerton Public School District students taking the tests in the 2021-22 school year rose by 5.1% over the previous year.

Edgerton Public School District's students achieved an average Reading proficiency rate of 38% in 2021-22 school year.

Sixth grade students stood out with 12% 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 71% not meeting the expected standards.

Edgerton Public School District encompasses schools within Pipestone County and has a main office in Edgerton.

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.

Edgerton Public School District's Students Proficiency Over 2 Years

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

Grade# of Students Tested% Considered Proficient
Grade 32846%
Grade 44330%
Grade 52850%
Grade 64144%
Grade 72938%
Grade 83113%
Grade 102544%

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