The Louisiana Department of Education released English, math and science standardized test results for elementary schools throughout the state on Wednesday.
Nearly half of the 64 Orleans Parish public elementary schools recorded a higher percentage of LEAP tests at mastery level or higher than in 2015. That’s in line with statewide growth.
State schools Superintendent John White said scores generally held steady across Louisiana.
The figures are based on tests taken rather than students because most students are tested in English, math and science, but some may miss one test or another.
In 2015, the state implemented new standards for English and math and raised its benchmark of proficiency from a score of basic, the middle of five levels, to mastery, the second-highest.