Mississippi Succeeds Plan – State Superintendent of Education

Increasing student growth and proficiency in all tested areas through strong academic standards, professional development, accountability and state support
Focusing on educational equity through increased access and opportunities for all students to close opportunity and achievement gaps
Ensuring high-quality classroom instruction and school leadership through professional development and meaningful feedback from educators
Setting the expectation that every student graduates from high school and is ready for college and career
Expanding access to high-quality early learning opportunities for our 4-year old students
Using data effectively to make decisions in the best interests of students
Supporting and improving underperforming schools through local and state technical assistance, interventions and support for struggling students

As a long-term goal, Mississippi aims to eliminate the proficiency gap between Black students and all students entirely, as the overall student proficiency rate increases to 70% by 2027.
As a long-term goal, Mississippi aims to close the graduation rate gap between students with disabilities and all students. This gap will be reduced to 20%, as the overall graduation rate increases to 90% by 2027.
As a long-term goal, Mississippi aims to have 70% of English learners making expected progress toward English language proficiency by 2027.

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Pre-K students in Mississippi’s Early Learning Collaboratives achieve at higher levels each year.
Kindergartners meeting end-of-year target scores increase annually.
Third graders pass reading test on the first try at increasing rates.
Overall student achievement is increasing annually in both English language arts and Mathematics.
Number of students taking Advanced Placement exams and passing nearly doubled since 2013.
Mississippi’s graduation rate is at an all-time high.
More students are taking dual credit courses and earning national certifications.