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NYC Reading Scores Plummet Amid Confusion | New York City News
New York City’s reading scores took a shocking nosedive this year, with half of students now deemed proficient — a six-point drop from last year and a stark reversal after last year’s dramatic 13-point surge. Third graders saw an even steeper 14-point plunge. Experts are baffled, calling for an independent audit of the state’s tests as advocates question last year’s gains and officials vow to investigate. Testing vendors insist their tools are accurate, while educators explore theories ranging from demographic shifts to testing practices — though data shows little change in student…
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