B. Our school compares key measure/indicators of student learning to comparable student populations. Key results include:

Data Collection for B

Each year, Dirksen Primary School uses district SAI results and state ISAT results to compare results of student learning. Our School Improvement Plan reflects these performance results. Addtionally, the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS) for grade two is used to identify students for special programs such as Connections. Student performance is assessed as appropriate for special education and Title I/Reading Recovery.