Student Assessments
MCA Testing Information
What are the MCAs? The Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs) are state tests in Mathematics, Reading and Science that meet the requirements of the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). They are given every year to measure student performance against the Minnesota Academic Standards that specify what students in a particular grade should know and do.
To learn more from the MDE about the MCA, click here: http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/index.html
Based on new legislation, the graduation assessment requirements have changed. Please refer to this parent letter for details.
Click HERE for the Minnesota Department of Education - Minnesota Report Card
2024 Grad Year ACT Scores - Spectrum High School compared to Minnesota Average
Spectrum High School scored above the Minnesota average in grad year 2024 with a composite ACT score of 24.2. The average Minnesota composite score was 20.8.
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Spectrum HS |
Minnesota |
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ACT Composite |
24.2 |
20.8 |
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ACT English |
23.7 |
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ACT Math |
22.3 |
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ACT Reading |
26.4 |
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ACT Science |
23.8 |
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Parent/Guardian Refusal for Student Participation in Statewide Assessments
Parent/Guardian Refusal for Student Participation in 2025-2026 Statewide Assessments