Oklahoma school districts got some shocking, but welcome news this month when the state released results of student tests from last school year.
Student performance, especially in English language arts, appeared to have skyrocketed. A highlight: An impressive 51% of third graders scored proficient or better, compared to 29% last year. The reported jump came a full eight years before the majority of Oklahoma students are expected to reach proficiency under the state’s plan to meet federal accountability laws.
But elation quickly turned to disbelief as local officials took a closer look at the data…