Math Preparation and Post- Secondary Success

Essential Question:
Does secondary math proficiency affect Rhode Island students' postsecondary success?

This data story focuses on the importance of strong math preparation. It examines the level of math proficiency Rhode Island students obtain and how this relates to their postsecondary success. Issues of enrollment, remediation, and persistence are explored. To view a presentation of the highlights of this story, click here.

Higher math proficiency is related to higher college enrollment

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Nearly 81% of those who scored at Levels 3 and 4 on the 11th-grade NECAP enrolled in higher education. Fewer than 42% of the Level 1 students did so.

DATA NOTE: This chart includes all students regardless of where they enrolled. The students represented by the gray bar had no known college enrollments within 18 months of leaving high school.


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