On November 8, 2024, the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) will release current data to model the new State Accountability System that will begin for the school year 2025-2026. The new School Performance and Support Framework measures mastery in reading, math, science, and English language progress. It measures growth in reading and math as well as readiness in chronic absenteeism, advanced coursework, graduation rate, and the 3 E (Enrollment, Enlistment, and Employment) framework.
This framework categorizes schools into one of four performance categories: Distinguished, On Track, Off Track, and Needs Intensive Support.
The current data that was released by VDOE does not include the Work Based Learning data. VDOE is still waiting for final approval from the federal government to see if this will be accepted and factored into the new accountability framework.
Under the new framework, Spotsylvania County Public Schools (SCPS) accountability standings would reflect the following:
14 schools would be identified as On Track, meaning that they are meeting the State’s expectations for growth, achievement, and readiness.
9 schools would be identified as Off Track, meaning that they are not meeting the State’s expectations for growth, achievement, and readiness.
6 schools would be identified in the Needs Intensive Support category, meaning they are significantly not meeting the state’s expectations for growth, achievement, and readiness.
It is important to note that when Work Based Learning data is included, SCPS’ accountability reflects a greater number of schools identified as On Track as noted below:
18 schools would be identified as On Track, meaning that they are meeting the State’s expectations for growth, achievement, and readiness.
5 schools would be identified as Off Track, meaning that they are not meeting the State’s expectations for growth, achievement, and readiness.
6 schools would be in the Needs Intensive Support category, meaning they are significantly not meeting the State’s expectations for growth, achievement, and readiness.
“As with any new accountability framework, there is a transition period. Continued instructional support is essential for greater improvement,” shared SCPS Superintendent Dr. Mitchell. “I am incredibly proud of the hard work of our students, teachers, and entire school community. We will continue to advocate for Work Based Learning data to be part of the State’s new accountability framework to ensure there is a comprehensive reflection of student accountability, growth, and success,” continued Dr. Mitchell.
Based on the State’s current accreditation system for 2024-2025, 25 out of 29 Spotsylvania County Public Schools are fully accredited and four schools are accredited with conditions.