Monroe County schools show mixed gains; 3rd-grade math outperforms state
Sep 10, 2026
Dr. Leanne Strickland presented Monroe County Schools' 2026 achievement data, saying the district improved in most categories though it remains roughly 5 points below state averages in many subjects; 3rd-grade math exceeded the state by about 5.5 points.
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Dr. Leanne Strickland told the Monroe County Board of Education on Sept. 26 that district test results show cautious improvement overall, while some grade bands remain well below state averages. "We are trending in the right direction," Strickland said, noting the district improved in almost every category compared with last year despite remaining below the state line in many grades.
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