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MCA and MTAS: How many Red Lake County Central Public School District students took their Math tests in 2021-22 school year?

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Red Lake County Central Public School District ranked second in the Red Lake County for test participation, with 205 students taking the Math portion of the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment and the Minnesota Test of Academic Skills in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Minnesota Department of Education.

The number of Red Lake County Central Public School District students taking the tests in the 2021-22 school year rose by 11.4% over the previous year.

Red Lake County Central Public School District's students achieved an average Math proficiency rate of 45% in 2021-22 school year.

Third grade students stood out with 28% of them exceeding standards in Math, which was the highest recorded proficiency at the district.

On the other hand, seventh grade students had the most room for improvement, with 48% not meeting the expected standards.

Red Lake County Central Public School District encompasses schools within Red Lake County and has a main office in Oklee.

Minnesota students take the MCA annually (or the MTAS, for students with cognitive disabilities) to determine their academic readiness. 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.

Minnesota Department of Education issues could lead to data irregularities.

Red Lake County Central Public School District's Students Proficiency Over 2 Years

2020-212021-220%10%20%30%40%50%60%51%48%45%49%DistrictCounty

Red Lake County Central Public School District's Math Proficiency in 2021-22 School Year

Grade# of Students Tested% Considered Proficient
Grade 33659%
Grade 42552%
Grade 53324%
Grade 62829%
Grade 72143%
Grade 83554%
Grade 112752%