2014 MMR Release Information
Minnesota's Multiple Measurement Rating
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Multiple Measurement Rating (MMR)
- Proficiency - AYP data is used and targets are based on reducing the number of non-proficient students in each student group by 50% by 2017.
- Growth - Expected student growth from year to year is measured.
- Achievement Gap Reduction - Focused on increasing growth in student groups to narrow the academic achievement gap.
- Graduation - All student groups are measured at a 90% expected graduation rate.
Focus Rating (FR)
- Focused Proficiency - Proficiency is only measured for students of color, EL students, students receiving Special Education services, and students eligible for Free or Reduced Lunch.
- Achievement Gap Reduction - Student groups are compared to the criteria of cutting the achievement gap in half by 2017.
How are high performing school recognized?
Schools that perform within the top 40% of schools statewide are ranked within their grade grouping (high school, middle school, elementary, other). Only schools receiving Title I funds are eligible for recognition.
Reward Schools
Celebration Eligible
- Next 25% on MMR
- Schools must apply for this recognition (about 10% will be granted Celebration status)
How are low-performing schools identified?
Schools that perform within the bottom 25% of statewide as ranked within their grade grouping are identified as:
Priority Schools
Focus Schools
Continuous Improvement
- Bottom 25% on MMR (not already a Priority or Focus school)
MMR Glossary
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