Groveport Madison Schools is committed to transparency and helping our community understand the state report card indicators and what they mean for our students and schools. The Ohio School Report Card provides valuable insights into our performance in several key areas, and it's important to interpret these indicators in the context of our District's overall goals and progress.
Understanding the Indicators:
The Ohio School Report Card uses several indicators to assess school performance, each designed to provide a comprehensive view of how well schools are serving their students. Here's a brief explanation of the main indicators:
- Achievement: This indicator measures whether our students meet grade-level expectations on state tests. It includes the Performance Index, which shows how well students perform on these assessments, and the Indicators Met measure, which shows how many of our students met or exceeded the basic proficiency level.
- Progress: Progress looks at Groveport Madison Schools students' growth over the past school year. It evaluates whether our students are making the expected progress in key subjects, such as math and reading, regardless of their initial level of achievement.
- Gap Closing: This measure evaluates the performance of specific student groups, including economically disadvantaged students, students with disabilities, and students from various racial and ethnic backgrounds. It shows how well our Groveport Madison Schools are narrowing achievement gaps and meeting the needs of all students in our district.
- Graduation Rate: This indicator looks at the percentage of students who graduate within four or five years. It reflects the school's ability to support students in completing their high school education on time.
- Early Literacy: This measure focuses on how well schools are helping students in kindergarten through third grade learn to read. It is a critical indicator of future academic success, as early reading skills are foundational for learning across all subjects.
- College, Career, Workforce, and Military Readiness: This new component assesses how well-prepared students are for life after high school, whether they choose to go to college, start a career, join the military, or pursue other pathways.
So, how did we do?
Groveport Madison Schools demonstrated impressive progress in the 2023-24 State Report Card, improving its overall star rating from 3 stars to 3.5 stars. This advancement places our district in the 3.5 to 5-star group, which includes more than 70 percent of Ohio school districts. While most Franklin County school districts maintained their ratings, Groveport Madison Schools was one of three in its peer group to improve. Of the eight nearby school districts, only three have higher ratings, while four have lower ratings, further highlighting our district's upward momentum. Go Cruisers!
We also made notable gains in several key areas. The Gap Closing component, which measures how well schools meet performance expectations for vulnerable student populations, improved from 3 to 4 stars. In addition, Groveport Madison Schools maintained a 4-star rating in the Progress Component, signifying that our district continues to exceed expectations in student growth. This improvement is an encouraging sign of the District's commitment to fostering academic progress for all students.
Furthermore, eight of the district's ten schools earned an overall star rating of 3 stars or higher. Sedalia Elementary sustained its 4-star rating, while both Groveport Elementary and Middle School North raised their ratings from 3.5 to 4 stars. Our focus on College, Career, Workforce, and Military Readiness also yielded a significant improvement, with the score increasing from 28 percent to 63 percent. Groveport Madison High School impressively outperformed seven of the eight neighboring districts in this readiness component, showcasing Cruiser Nation's dedication to preparing students for future success.
Our Commitment:
Groveport Madison Schools is dedicated to continuous improvement and ensuring every student has the support they need to succeed. The state report card is one tool we use to gauge our progress and identify areas for improvement. We are proud of the hard work of our students, teachers, and staff, and we will continue to focus on providing high-quality education for all.
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