Louisiana Students Make Biggest Gains in Nation
Researchers said Louisiana is the only state to exceed pre-pandemic achievement in both reading and math.
- On Wednesday, Gov. Jeff Landry presented Louisiana's new Education Scorecard at Park Elementary, revealing students rank first nationally in reading growth and second in math growth since 2022.
- The Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education prioritized foundational literacy through phonics-based instruction and approved $30 million for high-dosage tutoring in early grades, driving years of focused policy leadership.
- Researchers from Harvard University, Stanford University, and Dartmouth College analyzed test scores from over 5,800 school districts across nearly 40 states, finding Louisiana is the only state exceeding 2019 levels in both reading and math.
- Despite progress, chronic absenteeism remains a challenge, with a 22 percent rate reported last year. State Superintendent Cade Brumley said the department is providing regional attendance support to address the issue.
- Gov. Landry emphasized these gains position students to capitalize on economic developments ahead. Officials are focusing on higher teacher pay and expanded career education to ensure Louisiana students compete with peers across America.
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(The Center Square) — Louisiana officials on Wednesday touted the state’s continued rise in national education rankings, after a new scorecard placed Louisiana first in reading growth and second in
Louisiana leads most of the US in student reading and math growth, study finds
Louisiana students had among the most academic growth last school year, with the state noted as one of the top three for growth in both reading and math since 2022, according to a new report, even as most states’ scores in reading and math remained largely stagnant or saw just slight improvements.
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