What our students achieve and where we're headed
We track student growth against iReady and MCAP, with the goal of on-grade proficiency for at least 80% of participating students in grades 2–5.
Three metrics that define a successful year.
Proficiency
% of participating students scoring at MCAP Level 4 or 5.
Growth
% of students moving from below-grade to on-grade on iReady.
Engagement
% of families attending or observing sessions monthly.
Adding a Maryland 529 incentive to our college going strategy
Over the next two years, we're piloting a Maryland529 partnership: students meeting mid-year growth targets will receive seed contributions to their college savings account a durable signal that academic effort now compounds into future options.
Year-over-year growth at partner schools.
2023–24
Baseline year at Amidon-Bowen ES
Reading circle formalized to structured tutoring.
2024–25
First cohort at Midtown Academy
Small-group program launched for grades 3–4.
2025–26
Full grades 2–5 rollout
Parent participation model piloted; iReady mid-year gains measured.
What partners are saying
“I just wanted to thank you for all the work you are doing with my third graders. All of them have made some kind of improvement on their middle-of-the-year assessment.”
“Tatiana was able to not only move to the advanced math group, but acted as a peer helper in the advanced group. She already came in knowing rounding and was helping others.”
“Community Scholar's structure gave our parents a real seat at the table. The consistency of small group tutoring and the accountability that came with it moved ..”
