Achievement in California 2005: Where Are We Now, How Far Have We Come and How Far Do We Have Left to Go?

Today’s results from California’s 2005 Standardized Testing and Reporting Program (STAR) and the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) show encouraging gains in the achievement of California’s students at every grade level, 2-11. This progress puts to rest the notion that low achievement is inevitable – expectations have increased, and students, teachers and administrators are rising to the challenge.