DC Students’ Reading and Math Scores Rise in 2009

The preliminary results of the 2009 DC Comprehensive Assessment System (CAS) show continued progress in student achievement.  Overall, reading scores are up 3 points and math scores are up 6 points over 2008.  Reading and math scores went up in both elementary and secondary schools and across DC Public Schools (DCPS) and public charter schools (PCS). 

2009 DC CAS Fact Sheet*

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