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CMSD says third‑grade reading is off track; district outlines curriculum, assessment and support steps
Summary
The Cleveland Metropolitan School District told its board during a monitoring presentation that third‑grade English language arts (ELA) is not yet on pace to meet the district’s five‑year target and that an assessment change made fall 'on‑track' rates appear lower.
The Cleveland Metropolitan School District told its board during a monitoring presentation that third‑grade English language arts (ELA) is not yet on pace to meet the district’s five‑year goal.
“Our early literacy goal is that the percentage of third graders ... will increase from 35% ... to 60% in August 2030,” CEO Dr. Morgan said, adding that the goal is “ambitious.” The district reported a fall 2025 third‑grade on‑track rate of roughly 39.3% on I‑Ready, compared with a fall 2024 on‑track figure that was higher under the prior assessment (NWEA). Staff said the drop is partly explained by differences in cut scores: I‑Ready’s on‑track threshold for early grades aligns with the proficient level and is…
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