More use of Formative is linked to higher math achievement for high school students
More Use of Formative Linked to Higher Math Achievement for High School Students
This study tests the impact of Formative on mathematics achievement in 1,265 9th–11th graders in a district serving primarily low-SES and Hispanic students. This research meets ESSA standards for Tier III (Promising) evidence.
This efficacy study examines how increased use of Formative is associated with higher math achievement among high school students in JS Morton School District. The study analyzes student interaction with formative assessments to help leaders understand how consistent formative practice supports secondary math learning and student success.
Key Findings
34 Days
Additional instruction gained by 9th graders completing numeric questions.
+0.23 Points
SAT Math score increase for every additional numeric question completed by 11th graders.
Tier III
Promising Evidence according to ESSA standards for educational programs.
Who Should Use This Resource?
• District Administrators evaluating math program efficacy.
• Secondary Math Leaders seeking evidence-based tools for high school intervention.
• Assessment and Accountability Teams monitoring ESSA-aligned research.
• Instructional Leadership Teams supporting teacher feedback routines.
More use of Formative is linked to higher math achievement for high school students
More Use of Formative Linked to Higher Math Achievement for High School Students
This study tests the impact of Formative on mathematics achievement in 1,265 9th–11th graders in a district serving primarily low-SES and Hispanic students. This research meets ESSA standards for Tier III (Promising) evidence.
This efficacy study examines how increased use of Formative is associated with higher math achievement among high school students in JS Morton School District. The study analyzes student interaction with formative assessments to help leaders understand how consistent formative practice supports secondary math learning and student success.
Key Findings
34 Days
Additional instruction gained by 9th graders completing numeric questions.
+0.23 Points
SAT Math score increase for every additional numeric question completed by 11th graders.
Tier III
Promising Evidence according to ESSA standards for educational programs.
Who Should Use This Resource?
• District Administrators evaluating math program efficacy.
• Secondary Math Leaders seeking evidence-based tools for high school intervention.
• Assessment and Accountability Teams monitoring ESSA-aligned research.
• Instructional Leadership Teams supporting teacher feedback routines.
