Schools that are «beating the odds» rank high on the similar students rank, meaning students are scoring higher on tests than students from other schools with similar demographics. (laschoolreport.com)
Researchers compared practices at 10 successful middle schools and those at five average - performing middle schools with similar demographic profiles and funding levels. (edweek.org)
Method We began by identifying four first - grade teachers who had considerable classroom experience, were considered good teachers by their principals, and taught at schools with similar demographics. (ciera.org)