The phrase "significant disproportionality" means that there is a large and unfair difference or unequal treatment between different groups of people, especially in terms of opportunities, resources, or outcomes. Full definition
On disproportionality, the federal office found that while the state's existing disparity index could be an appropriate step in determining significant disproportionality in special education and related services,» they ruled it was also inconsistent with federal rules. (cabinetreport.com)
In part, the regulations ensure states have a consistent way to measure significant disproportionality, and the regulations provide additional flexibility for districts in spending IDEA money on interventions. (gse.harvard.edu)
The program puts an emphasis on reducing significant disproportionality, meaning that schools do not discipline students of a particular race or ethnicity at a higher rate than other students. (miblsi.org)