Thief River Falls School District ranked first in the Pennington County for test participation, with 964 students taking the Reading 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 Thief River Falls School District students taking the tests in the 2021-22 school year fell by 1.4% from the previous year.
Thief River Falls School District’s students achieved an average Reading proficiency rate of 48% in 2021-22 school year.
Sixth grade students stood out with 18% of them exceeding standards in Reading, which was the highest recorded proficiency at the district.
On the other hand, eighth grade students had the most room for improvement, with 39% not meeting the expected standards.
Thief River Falls School District encompasses schools within Pennington County and has a main office in Thief River Falls.
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.
| Grade | # of Students Tested | % Considered Proficient |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 3 | 123 | 46% |
| Grade 4 | 150 | 51% |
| Grade 5 | 135 | 54% |
| Grade 6 | 124 | 58% |
| Grade 7 | 149 | 45% |
| Grade 8 | 147 | 36% |
| Grade 10 | 136 | 48% |
