Greetings All,

We are currently creating our next coherence plan that will go into effect for the 24.25 school year.

Many of our metrics will be based on a five point rating scale.

We will be gathering our benchmark data this spring.

Our question is, what guidance do you follow for setting growth goals based off of five point scales?

For instance, if a score comes in at 2.85 our of 5, what is the minimum increase that is expected by the next data checkpoint?     I am assuming the scale will fluctuate and a score of 1.5/5 would expect to see a greater increase over a six month time period than the 2.85, a 3.75 or a 4.5.

We are interested in learning more about research (if any) is out there and/or what cut offs different organizations use to set expectations.

Thanks for any input that can be shared.

Mark Grunske

Franklin Public Schools,

Franklin, WI