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Polk schools report gains across multiple indicators; board urges targeted work for some subgroups
Summary
Superintendent John Hyde presented district academic data showing gains in multiple subject areas and graduation rates for 2023–24, while board members asked for subgroup action plans—especially for students with disabilities and underrepresented groups—and requested school‑level drilldowns ahead of a summer strategic planning review.
Superintendent John Hyde presented Polk County Public Schools’ academic performance updates during the Jan. 28 workshop, saying the district met or exceeded many of its strategic goals and that graduation rates improved notably across several subgroups.
Highlights: Hyde said district results met or exceeded goals in many areas. He reported science and social studies showed strong gains; science was noted as “10 out of 10” cells improved. He said the district’s overall Advanced Placement passing rate rose about five percentage points…
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