Fourth Grade STEM Education
Description:
Fourth grade is a critical milestone for Arizona students and STEM education. Approximately 40% of Arizona students report liking math and a similar 40% are proficient at it. Fourth grade represents a significant opportunity for early intervention.
Data Source:
Fourth Grade Students and STEM Measures
Visualization Notes:
Interest:
- Approximately 40% of Arizona 4th graders almost always or always like math.
Assessment:
- Arizona's 4th grade math proficiency has increased 11% since 2009 while the U.S. only increased 3%.
- Improvement must continue to become a Top 10 state.