Of the 383 students who took part in the MCA, 38.4 percent met the testing standard while 13.3 percent exceeded expectations and scored highest on the test.
The total percentage of Big Stone County students who met or exceeded expectations grew by 32.2 percent from the previous school year.
The MCA is given annually to Minnesota students to determine the academic readiness of students. 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.
Big Stone County Students who Met or Exceeded Academic Standards in Math During 2021-2022
| School Name | Students who met standards (%) | Students who exceed standards (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Clinton-Graceville-Beardsley Elementary School | 17.3 | 50 |
| Knoll Elementary School | 17.9 | 46.3 |
| Clinton-Graceville-Beardsley Sr. | 6.2 | 29.2 |
| Ortonville Secondary School | 8.7 | 26 |
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