High School

A 2008 study of high schools found that higher-performing high schools foster consistent success through these five elements:

• Rigorous curriculum and expectations
• Innovative instructional programs and practices
• Transparent communication
• Evidence-based decision making
• Strategic targeting of resources

"Lessons Learned from the Field," National Conference on Scaling Up, June 2012 (Panel 6, 0:15:23)

• Download or view the full report or summary
• Case Studies of Higher-Performing High Schools
• Best Practice Framework

 A study planned for 2012-13 may seek to determine best practices in high schools with higher than predicted graduation rates.

                                                                                                             Last updated or reviewed 8/24/2012