What is the DC School Report Card?
The DC School Report Card is an interactive website published annually by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) that helps parents understand school performance and learn about the school itself, such as the closest public transportation routes, academic programs, extra-curricular options, and the best contact person for parents and families. The DC School Report Card can provide you with a wealth of information about your child’s current school and is a key resource you can use to evaluate school options. The DC School Report Card is available here.
What are School Accountability Scores?
The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) is required by federal law (the Every Student Succeeds Act, or ESSA), to measure and report overall school accountability scores for the purposes of identifying schools that need additional support. OSSE uses many different metrics to calculate summative scores including academic achievement, academic growth, attendance, English language proficiency and graduation rate. More information on the accountability system and school performance can be found here.