AKRON, Ohio-Akron Public Schools reported a notable improvement in third grade reading proficiency, with half of the students testing at or above proficient levels, marking a six-point increase from the previous year and the highest percentage since before the pandemic. The district showed overall academic recovery but remains slightly below pre-pandemic levels. They improved their performance index by over 2 points, similar to last year. The state Report Card, due for release on September 12, will provide detailed ratings on various performance metrics. Preliminary data suggests APS may receive two stars for achievement, early literacy, and graduation rate, and three stars for gap closing. The district’s graduation rate increased from 86.1% to 87.7% for the class of 2023. The full Report Card will offer final ratings and additional information.
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