Student proficiency in certain grades has been a concern for years, with an average of 11% lag behind state averages across all subjects. Third grade and eighth grade are particularly important years for children's education, as performance in these years can impact high school and college outcomes.

State data shows that under 32% of students in these grades are proficient in English Language Arts. Overall, less than half of students in the state are proficient in any school subject.

Further details on student performance and improvements are available, including information on how scores are trending across different grades and subjects.