Specifically, we're examining whether implementing challenging state academic standards led to larger improvements in student outcomes in states with lower prior standards than in states with higher prior standards. (c-sail.org)
Title I funding provides financial assistance to schools with high percentages of children from low - income families to ensure that all children meet state academic standards. (sciencedaily.com)
Such funds support students who are failing or most at risk of failing to achieve state academic standards in reading / language arts and mathematics. (wsdpc.org)