Understanding percentiles, proficiency bands, and growth metrics so you can read your child's test report with confidence.
Demystifying Standardized Test Scores
When the district envelopes arrive detailing your child's standardized test scores, the onslaught of percentiles, lexile levels, and proficiency bands can feel like reading a foreign language.
The Proficiency Trap
Most state reporting focuses heavily on "Proficiency". A student who begins the year three grade levels behind and finishes only one grade level behind is showing remarkable progress, yet they might still be labeled "Not Proficient".
Key Takeaway
Always ask your school for Growth Data alongside Proficiency Data.