Of the 543 students who took part in the MCA, 44.4 percent met the testing standard while 12.5 percent exceeded expectations and scored highest on the test.
The total percentage of Grant County students who met or exceeded expectations grew by 0.5 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.
Grant County Students who Met or Exceeded Academic Standards in Reading During 2021-2022
| School Name | Students who met standards (%) | Students who exceed standards (%) |
|---|---|---|
| West Central Area Secondary School | 12.5 | 59.4 |
| West Central Area N. Elementary School | 9.1 | 53 |
| WCA Middle School | 15 | 42.5 |
| Ashby Elementary School | 11.2 | 39.3 |
| Ashby Secondary School | 11.1 | 38.1 |
| Herman Elementary School | 0 | 30 |
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