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considered ninth graders until they have passed all three tests.
Of seventh graders retaking the tests, 82.6 passed the reading test, 84.2 percent passed the writing test and 68.6 percent passed the math test.
Of eighth graders retaking the tests, 88.9 percent passed the reading test, 100 percent passed the writing test, and 100 percent passed the math test.
Director of Pupil Personnel Margarita Piper said that special education students are encouraged to take the tests if it seems possible. They cannot receive a regular diploma unless they pass all three tests. In all cases passing rates are higher for regular students than for special education students, but many special
See PASS, Page A-3
92.3%