Historically speaking, Algebra 1 has been reserved for ninth or tenth grade, and research indicates the majority of students ...

The State Board of Education voted unanimously Wednesday to remove state incentives encouraging schools to offer Algebra I in 8th grade. The move was both a vote of confidence in the new Common Core ...

Teachers cover significantly less algebra or advanced content in algebra classes in schools with mostly black students than schools with mostly white or Latino students.

No longer lowering test scores for schools that offer General Math in 8th grade will cause overall API numbers to rise 2 points statewide and an average of 10 points for 7th and 8th grades. However, a ...