The definitions below are for terms commonly used in the Local Report Card.
Understanding these key words is essential for effective comprehension and
utilization of the Local Report Card data.
Terms used on the Local Report Card
NC: Not calculated.
Based on federal and state privacy laws, NC is reported when there are
less than 10 members in a subgroup to protect the identity of those
individuals. Data is received on all students. All students are included
in the report of overall proficiency levels for the school and district.
Proficiency Level:
Score on a test at which students
meet or exceed expectations for proficiency on each assessment.
Similar Districts:
School districts similar to yours
based on comparing district size, poverty levels, socioeconomic status (family
income, education levels, professions) and factors related to urban or rural
location and overall property wealth.
For a list of similar districts, click here.
State Standard:
The State Board of Education minimum
requirement is that 75% of students are at or
above the proficiency level on statewide assessments. The non-test standards are 90%
for graduation rate
and 93% for attendance rate.
Subgroups:
Subgroups of students are grouped by a demographic or other characteristic,
such as race/ethnicity, gender, socio-economic status, language background,
or disability. Examining the performance of subgroups is a requirement in
both state and federal law.
Expenditure Per Pupil Terms
The following information can be included when calculating the expenditure per
pupil but each district’s reporting many vary.
Instruction: Teacher and education professional salaries and
classroom materials.
Building Operations: Utilities, maintenance, repairs, busses,
and lunchroom expenses.
Administration: Salaries for administrators, office staff, and
office supplies.
Pupil Support: Salaries for librarians, counselors, and nurses.
Staff Support: Teacher training and other professional development
activities.
Private funds: Foundation grants and corporate donations.
Click here to download a PDF with a detailed explanation of the Expenditure
Flow Model.
