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Were students of Cedar Mountain School District able to meet MCA and MTAS Reading testing expectations in 2021-22 school year?

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Cedar Mountain School District ranked third in the Redwood County for test participation, with 205 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 Cedar Mountain School District students taking the tests in the 2021-22 school year fell by 2.8% from the previous year.

Cedar Mountain School District's students achieved an average Reading proficiency rate of 44% in 2021-22 school year.

Fourth grade students stood out with 24% 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 55% not meeting the expected standards.

Cedar Mountain School District encompasses schools within Redwood County and has a main office in Morgan.

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.

Cedar Mountain School District's Students Proficiency Over 2 Years

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Cedar Mountain School District's Reading Proficiency in 2021-22 School Year

Grade# of Students Tested% Considered Proficient
Grade 32158%
Grade 42965%
Grade 53154%
Grade 62647%
Grade 73125%
Grade 84033%
Grade 102737%

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