COALVILLE — North Summit School district's demographics are changing, with less concentration on an agricultural economy and an increasingly diverse population, many of whom want to enjoy rural living while working in urban areas.
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But despite a growing number of children who are eligible for free or reduced lunch, the district posted "very respectable scores" on the state's core assessment tests, said Sandy Jaussi, a district counselor.
"But we're never satisfied, we're looking for ways to improve," Jaussi said.
The district has put effort into helping children hone test-taking skills so they perform as well as possible, Jaussi said.
"We've worked hard to have our students approach the tests without fear but with a good attitude." That comfort level contributes to commendable test scores, she said.
District scores are encouraging as they show the "low-end kids" pulling closer to their peers, she said.
In 13 of the 23 test areas, North Summit was above state averages. Math scores in particular were strong, generally five to 10 points higher. Seventh-graders scores 73.3 on math, while the state average was just 55.0. The district was weakest in the science category, with grades four, five and six approximately four points below the average at each level.
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