Preliminary TCAP scores show significant improvement across Cleveland City Schools

Cleveland, TN - The Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) has released the 2021-22 Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) preliminary results for school systems across the Volunteer State. Cleveland City Schoolsโ€™ commitment and dedication to academic excellence are reflected in the data from these assessments.

Our district English proficiency rates have exceeded pre-pandemic levels. In Mathematics, students' scores increased across the district. Early data from these assessments show exceptional growth in English and Math scores from grade bands 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12.

We know itโ€™s been a challenging year providing additional support and resources following the coronavirus pandemic, which contributed to learning loss for students across the state. Our school system continues to show evidence of studentsโ€™ growth and preparation for the future.

Dr. Russell Dyer, Director of Schools, stated, โ€œI am extremely grateful and proud of the work our educators have done to ensure student learning is a top priority of our district and schools. Results show that what we are doing is increasing mastery of learning and I fully expect to see that trajectory to continue. Thank you to our teachers, staff, students, school board, and families for your continued support and engagement.โ€

These results reflect Cleveland City Schoolsโ€™ commitment to student achievement, which was honored earlier this year as one of 68 districts recognized as โ€œBest for Allโ€ by the Tennessee Department of Education.

The Tennessee Department of Education will release official accountability data and determinations with Tennessee Value-Added Assessment System (TVAAS) results on August 15th.