TCAP Results

Metro Nashville Public Schools Celebrates Significant TCAP Growth in Achievement
Posted on 06/25/2024
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MNPS is thrilled to announce significant achievements in the 2024 Spring TCAP (Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program) Achievement and End-of-Course (EOC) assessments.

MNPS has not only met but exceeded its participation rate goals across all subjects and grades, and every grade level has shown improvements in all subjects on TCAP achievement tests, with gains ranging from 0.2% to over 5%. This reflects the relentless dedication of our students, teachers, and staff towards educational excellence.

“We have been on a journey to reach our North Star of being the premier large school district in Tennessee and beyond – and these test results show we are on track to meet and exceed those expectations!” said Dr. Adrienne Battle, Director of Metro Schools. “Seeing growth in every tested category, across every grade level, all while outpacing the state, is unprecedented for MNPS, and it is a testament to the dedication and commitment our teachers and staff have shown to support the academic growth of our students.”

 

Key Highlights of the 2024 TCAP Results

TCAP Grades 3-8

All scores improved in each subject in grades 3-8, with the greatest gains for math and ELA shown in 5th grade.

Decreased Below Category

Across ELA, Math, and Social Studies, the number of students scoring in the Below category has decreased, indicating fewer students are behind state expectations.

Increased Exceeding Category

There has been an increase in the number of students scoring in the Exceeding range across most subjects and grades.

Exceeding the State

MNPS exceeded the state’s growth over 2023 data in all four TCAP and 2 out of 4 EOC overall categories, as well as 17 out of 21 grade-level TCAP categories (math, ELA, science, and social studies).

High School Level

While results for Math EOC subjects are pending due to a standards-setting process, there have been reported increases in proficiency levels in Biology, English I and II, and U.S. History, with gains of up to nearly 3 percentage points.

MNPS’s consistent performance highlights the effectiveness of strategic initiatives and support systems implemented throughout the district. The dedication to continuous improvement and the collaborative efforts of students, educators, families, and community partners have played a crucial role in this success.

TCAP Growth

2024 TCAP State vs. MNPS Growth

Subjects and growth percentages

  • Math: State +1.6%, MNPS +3.1%, Difference +1.5%
  • ELA: State +1.0%, MNPS +2.2%, Difference +1.2%
  • Science: State +0.9%, MNPS +2.3%, Difference +1.4%
  • Social Studies: State +1.4%, MNPS +3.8%, Difference +2.4%
2024 EOC State vs. MNPS Growth

Subjects and growth percentages:

  • Biology: State +2.4%, MNPS +2.0%, Difference -0.4%
  • English I: State 0%, MNPS +1.8%, Difference +1.8%
  • English II: State +1.2%, MNPS +0.5%, Difference -0.7%
  • U.S. History: State +1.0%, MNPS +2.8%, Difference +1.8%
 TCAP results by grade level

TCAP Results by Grade Level

Test scores improved in every subject at every grade level.

3rd Grade
  • Math: +2.8%
  • ELA: +0.2%
  • Science: +0.4%
  • Social Studies: N/A
4th Grade
  • Math: +2.7%
  • ELA: +3.3%
  • Science: +4.0%
  • Social Studies: N/A
5th Grade
  • Math: +5.3%
  • ELA: +3.9%
  • Science: +2.9%
  • Social Studies: N/A
6th Grade
  • Math: +2.4%
  • ELA: +1.1%
  • Science: +1.1%
  • Social Studies: +1.9%
7th Grade
  • Math: +3.0%
  • ELA: +1.2%
  • Science: +4.0%
  • Social Studies: +4.9%
8th Grade
  • Math: +2.6%
  • ELA: +3.6%
  • Science: +1.3%
  • Social Studies: +4.7%

TCAP results overall

TCAP Results Overall

2024 and 2023 TCAP Achievement Quick Scores
  • Math
    • 2023: 26.4%
    • 2024: 29.5%
    • Change: 3.1%
  • ELA
    • 2023: 27.4%
    • 2024: 29.6%
    • Change: 2.2%
  • Science
    • 2023: 30.0%
    • 2024: 32.3%
    • Change: 2.3%
  • Social Studies
    • 2023: 29.9%
    • 2024: 33.7%
    • Change: 3.8%
2024 and 2023 TCAP EOC Quick Scores
  • Biology
    • 2023: 26.5%
    • 2024: 28.5%
    • Change: 2.0%
  • English I
    • 2023: 26.5%
    • 2024: 28.3%
    • Change: 1.8%
  • English II
    • 2023: 37.1%
    • 2024: 37.6%
    • Change: 0.4%
  • U.S. History
    • 2023: 17.6%
    • 2024: 20.4%
    • Change: 2.8%

    Due to standard-setting, EOC math will not be available until fall.

     

     
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