In the latest round of end-of-course STAAR exams, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) has reported consistent student performance, with some notable shifts in specific subject areas. The results indicate a 4% uptick in students meeting grade level expectations in English II, reaching 60%, while there was a 2% dip in students meeting grade level in U.S. History, falling to 69%.
Emergent Bilingual Students Show Promising Progress
One significant highlight from the TEA’s analysis is the marked improvement among emergent bilingual students, constituting 24% of Texas public school attendees. Emergent bilingual students, defined as those primarily speaking a language other than English while actively acquiring English proficiency, witnessed notable advancements across various subjects.
Bilingual Students’ Performance Across Subjects
According to the TEA’s findings, bilingual students demonstrated enhanced proficiency levels in Algebra, English I & II, Biology, and History. This positive trend underscores the efficacy of educational initiatives targeting linguistic diversity within Texas schools.
Accessing STAAR Results
To access their children’s STAAR results, parents can utilize their respective school district’s family portal or visit TexasAssessment.gov. Access codes provided by the child’s school are necessary for logging into the portal and viewing the assessment outcomes.
Conclusion: Fostering Academic Progression in Texas Schools
The Texas Education Agency’s latest report on STAAR exam performance underscores the state’s commitment to monitoring and enhancing educational outcomes. While overall student performance remains steady, targeted efforts to support emergent bilingual students have yielded encouraging results across multiple subject areas. As Texas continues to prioritize inclusive and effective educational practices, stakeholders remain optimistic about the trajectory of academic achievement within the state’s public school system.
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Sources:
- Texas Education Agency (TEA)
- TexasAssessment.gov
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