Schools in Rhode Island that received rankings of «low performing» and «in need of improvement» share one common factor — the failure of the subgroup with individualized education programs (IEPs) to meet annual measurable objectives on state assessments. (ascd.org)
The most common factor among schools receiving a ranking of «low performing» and «in need of improvement» in Rhode Island was the failure of the subgroup with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) to meet annual measurable objectives on state assessments in both language arts and mathematics. (ascd.org)
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), also known as No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB) requires states to set annual measurable objectives of proficiency in reading and mathematics, participation in testing, and graduation and attendance. (doe.virginia.gov)