long-term trend assessment
Coverage of long-term trend assessment in the Nexus archive.
- Opinion: New NAEP Report Shows Learning Progress Has Stalled. Here’s What to Do About It
The latest NAEP Long-Term Trend assessment reveals stagnant academic progress for 13-year-olds in math and reading, with scores significantly lower than pre-pandemic and 2012 levels. While 9-year-olds show some improvement, overall student performance remains below historical peaks, and fewer students report reading for fun or discussing school topics with families. The report links declining engagement to increased screen time and shifts in educational policies.
- New NAEP scores offer optimism for younger students but warning signs for teens
New NAEP scores show 9-year-olds performing nearly as well in reading and math as before the pandemic, while 13-year-olds continue to struggle, with reading scores comparable to those from 50 years ago. The findings highlight divergent outcomes for younger and older students impacted by pandemic disruptions.