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Report Shows Narrowing Achievement Gap Between Different Student Groups

By Zach Miners - On Education - October 8, 2009

The gap between advantaged and disadvantaged students seems to be shrinking, a new study finds. more >>

How Much Do Colleges Really Teach Students?

By Kim Clark - Education - August 4, 2009

New Web sites make it possible for students to research how much education a school really offers. more >>

For Grad School Hopefuls, a Test of Personality

By Zach Miners - On Education - July 14, 2009

The PPI, or personal potential index, lets admissions officers assess applicants' personalities. more >>

Younger Students Outshine High Schoolers in Reading, Math

By Eddy Ramírez - Education - April 28, 2009

Federal test scores for 9-year-olds are the highest since early 1970s. more >>

Is There an 'Obama Effect' on Standardized Test Scores?

By Jessica Calefati - On Education - January 26, 2009

Coverage of the president's campaign appears to have helped close the achievement gap. more >>

Report Says Test Scores Should Be Less Important in College Admissions

By Eddy Ramírez - Education - September 22, 2008

Colleges should review their policies and consider going test optional if possible. more >>

84 GMAT Scores Thrown Out

By Alison Go - The Paper Trail - September 10, 2008

Business school entrance exam publisher punishes test takers who used now defunct test-prep site. more >>

High School Flunks in Florida But Aces the Ivy League

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - June 4, 2008

Principal criticizes the test-driven state accountability system. more >>

Ohio Uses SAT and ACT for Math Placement

By Alison Go - The Paper Trail - May 30, 2008

But students who bombed the tests can still take the school's version online. more >>

Studying for the ACT Might Not Help

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - May 29, 2008

A new report says that a rigorous high school course load is more likely to improve scores. more >>

The Value of Good Grades

By Eddy Ramírez - Education - January 3, 2008

Schools offer Happy Meals and cash to improve scores. more >>

It All Adds Up to More Competition

By Eddy Ramírez - Education - December 6, 2007

High schoolers from Slovenia and Estonia are beating American teenagers in math and science. more >>