“Louisiana’s commitment to educational excellence is underscored by the new school accountability system unanimously approved today by the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE).
“These reforms mark a significant step forward in simplifying school accountability to make it easier for parents, educators and the public to understand how schools are performing. By raising expectations for student achievement and postsecondary readiness, Louisiana leaders are better serving families, ensuring schools improve and securing a stronger future for the state. These improvements are not just about numbers and grades—they are about providing a clear, fair and rigorous framework that prioritizes student academic achievement, growth and readiness for life after high school.
“I extend my thanks to State Superintendent Cade Brumley and state board members for their commitment to improving educational outcomes across the state. By revamping the state’s accountability system, they are ensuring that every student, regardless of background, can ‘Grow, Achieve and Thrive.’ It is a bold move that underscores the importance of high expectations, transparency and continuous improvement in education.”
About the new school accountability framework:
Louisiana’s new accountability framework provides a simple, transparent and rigorous evaluation of student achievement.
The new framework expects students to grow, achieve proficiency and thrive after graduation.
Schools will be measured based on the percent of their students who are:
