Do state education proficiency tests make the grade?

January 17, 2008

It’s hard to overestimate the importance of standardized tests in public schools today. Grade advancement, high school diplomas, teacher bonuses, principals’ jobs and school reputations can all hinge on whether a student picks the right answer.

So who creates the tests that carry so much weight?

By Pauline Vu, Stateline.org Staff Writer

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