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Percent of children reading at, or above proficient level based on 3rd grade EOG exam
Current Value
3
Definition
Story Behind the Curve
Since we do not have this data, do we want to change it to reading scores for Swain County?
About the Data: Percent of Children Reading at, or above proficient level based on 3rd-grade EOG exam
Description of the data source, numerator, denominator, and other relevant details.
Data Source(s):
CDC County Health Rankings - Reading scores for Swain County
Used on prior EBCI THIP:
No
Measure:
Baseline (Annual):
Target:
%
Target-Setting Method:
% improvement from baseline
Numerator:
Denominator:
Comparable National Data:
Data Collection Frequency:
Annual
CDC County Health Rankings Reading Scores
2022
Swain County = 3.01
NC = 3.10
Reading Scores measures performance outcomes on reading tests for 3rd-grade students in a county compared with the national average for 3rd graders. Many states implement standardized tests to measure the academic achievement of districts, schools, and students. Standardized test scores are often reported by state departments of education. The average academic performance of students in a given school district can be considered to reflect the total set of (both in- and out of-school) educational opportunities and resources available to children in that community. Reading scores at younger grades have been associated with high school graduation rates. In addition, students with lower than average reading achievement scores in 3rd grade have trouble closing the gap to read at grade level as they progress through the school system; this gap between these students and proficient readers grows each year. Thus, school achievement is a predictor of future academic outcomes. The literature indicates that strong academic performance at all grade levels is associated with better health outcomes such as life expectancy through increased educational opportunities, employment, and life satisfaction. https://www.countyhealthrankings.org/explore-health-rankings/measures-data-sources/county-health-rankings-model/health-factors/social-and-economic-factors/education/reading-scores
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