The Proof Point Score is a custom composite metric developed to provide insights about school performance across multiple dimensions. This approach combines academic indicators with school climate and demographic factors to create a more comprehensive understanding of educational environments and contexts.
Academic growth is calculated using percentile measurements that track student progress over time:
Math and ELA growth percentiles measure how much students improve compared to peers with similar starting achievement levels. This approach:
This analytical metric combines six educational indicators:
Equal weight given to math (25%) and literacy (25%) growth ensures a balanced consideration of academic development across core subjects.
The Effective Leaders score from UChicago Impact's 5Essentials survey measures organizational capacity, instructional guidance, and collaborative practices within schools.
Attendance rates serve as an indicator of school climate and student engagement. Higher attendance often correlates with supportive learning environments.
The formula accounts for school demographic factors by including percentages of low-income students (5%) and diverse learners (5%), acknowledging the varied contexts in which schools operate.
This statistical approach offers several benefits for educational analysis: