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Math, Reading Scores Hit Historic Lows For HS Seniors: 'These Results Are Sobering' Math, Reading Scores Hit Historic Lows For HS Seniors: 'These Results Are Sobering'
Math, Reading Scores Hit Historic Lows For HS Seniors: 'These Results Are Sobering' Math and reading scores among high school seniors are at their lowest level in more than 20 years, according to new federal data. The National Assessment of Educational Progress released its first post-pandemic results, as part of what's known as "The Nation's Report Card," on Tuesday, Sept. 9. The NAEP compiled scores for eighth-grade science, along with 12th-grade math and reading. The findings show declines across most groups and reveal the largest share of seniors ever scoring below the “basic” benchmark in math and reading. "These results are sobering," said Matthew Sol…

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by Chris Spiker
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NJ Ranks Third Nationally For School Quality, Safety In New Study: Here's Why NJ Ranks Third Nationally For School Quality, Safety In New Study: Here's Why
NJ Ranks Third Nationally For School Quality, Safety In New Study: Here's Why Many public school systems in the Northeast are outperforming the rest of the country in quality and safety, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of States with the Best & Worst School Systems on Monday, July 21. The study ranked every state's public schools based on academic performance, safety, funding, and teacher credentials. Massachusetts ranked No. 1 in the country, earning top scores in both fourth- and eighth-grade math and reading. The Bay State also had the highest share of students scoring a three or better on Advanced Placement (AP) exams and …

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by Chris Spiker
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Wayne Schools Dominate On List Of Top Public Elementary Schools In Passaic County Wayne Schools Dominate On List Of Top Public Elementary Schools In Passaic County
Wayne Schools Dominate On List Of Top Public Elementary Schools In Passaic County Some of the area's best public elementary schools are right here in Passaic County, according to fresh rankings from Niche.com that highlight top-performing schools across the nation.  While Niche ranks schools nationwide, Daily Voice is diving deeper into what makes the area a standout for quality education. Niche’s rankings draw on a comprehensive analysis of academic performance and student life, combining U.S. Department of Education data with test scores, college data, and ratings from millions of Niche users. The meticulous process identifies the schools that excel in academic ri…

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by Cecilia Levine