Mississippi releases tougher school accountability grades, over half earn B
The state education department issued new school and district grades under stricter cut scores. Clinton and Madison County led the Jackson area.
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What happened
The Mississippi Department of Education released accountability grades for schools and districts under more stringent cut scores. Results showed more than half of the state's schools and districts scored a B or higher. Clinton and Madison County earned top scores in the Jackson area.
Why it matters
The reports describe the grades as based on tougher standards than before. No further consequences were stated.
Coverage
- Clinton, Madison County earn top scores in state education grades (clarionledger.com)
- Mississippi Dept. of Education releases accountability grades under more stringent cut scores (magnoliatribune.com)
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