ResourcesAYP Report Finds Gains at APS Middle Schools
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APS middle schools saw gains in math in the latest Adequate Yearly Progress report. As a district, the schools fell short of performance goals set by the federal No Child Left Behind Act. CSAP results, graduation rates and other factors determine AYP.
The district met 120 of 150 targets, or 80%. That compares to 87% last year. Twenty-one schools met AYP marks for 2006-07.
The greatest progress was reported at the middle school level, particularly in math. Other increases also look promising to district officials.
“We are seeing increases with our most at-risk students, including ELL (English Language Learner) students.”
- Lisa Escarcega
Chief Accountability and Research Officer
Overall, the state of Colorado did not make AYP.
Here is a breakdown of the APS findings:
APS district
2006-07 - met 80% of the targets
2005-06 - met 87% of the targets
APS elementary schools
2006-07 - met 76% of the targets
2005-06 - met 89% of the targets
APS middle schools
2006-07 - met 87% of the targets
2005-06 - met 83% of the targets
APS high schools
2006-07 - met 76% of the targets
2005-06 - met 88% of the targets
VISTA 2010 outlines key strategies for creating improvements in achievement. Interim assessments help teachers identify learning needs. Pacing guides provide a framework for teachers to assess where students should be in each subject area, to reach grade level standards.
Read more detailed AYP data at www.aps.k12.co.us/district-info/ayp.htm .
To view other assessment data, visit the APS Division of Accountability and Research Web site at www.aps.k12.co.us/assessment .
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