New York State Education Department (NYSED)

The author argues that state test scores are not the sole measure of student achievement, noting fluctuations in New York State's math and ELA scores. However, nationally-normed student growth screeners for New York City show consistent progress, with students growing nearly 3 points in ELA and 8 points in math since 2024. The district plans to collaborate with NYSED to understand these discrepancies while continuing its evidence-based literacy instruction through NYC Reads.