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Santa Barbara Unified reports literacy and STAR gains, trustees flag rising D's and F's
Summary
District presenters told the board April 28 that STAR early literacy and math scores show meaningful growth for several student groups, but trustees and staff raised concern that course D/F rates are increasing; principals will perform factor analyses and sites will run targeted interventions.
The Santa Barbara Unified School District on April 28 reported measurable gains on STAR early‑literacy and math assessments while also flagging an increase in course D's and F's that has prompted immediate follow‑up plans.
District leaders told the Board of Education that Panorama survey results and STAR growth indicate progress in early grades and notable improvements for students from English‑learner and Hispanic/Latino subgroups, but that gaps remain for students with special needs. Presenters said STAR Math proficiency rose districtwide from roughly 34% to 56% in the measured period and early‑literacy meeting/exceeding standards combined improved from 28% to 53% in the reported samples.
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