Fri Sep 06 21:21:00 UTC 2024: 1. The Iowa Department of Education released new spring 2024 assessment results from the Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASP) for students in grades 3-11.
2. Student achievement has reached or exceeded pre-pandemic levels in English language arts and mathematics for most grade levels.
3. There are significant proficiency gaps among students with disabilities and English language learners in both subjects.
4. The Department is committed to strengthening early literacy and closing achievement gaps for these student groups.
5. English language arts proficiency increased in grades 4-8, with gains in grades 6-8 since 2019, while math proficiency increased in grades 3, 5-6, and 8.
6. Math proficiency rates showed little to no growth compared to last year.
7. The ISASP assessment helps teachers understand student progress and is aligned with Iowa’s academic standards.
8. The Iowa State Board of Education adopted new academic standards for math and English language arts to ensure rigor and alignment with best practices.

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