Michigan HB4970 proposes a letter grade system for ranking public schools based on pupil proficiency and growth.

Michigan HB4970 amends the state's education law to introduce a letter grade system for public schools starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The Department of Education will assign grades A through F based on several indicators, including pupil proficiency in mathematics and English language arts, adequate growth toward proficiency, high school graduation rates, and academic performance compared to similar schools. The grades will be determined by state assessments and demographic factors correlated with academic achievement.

Michigan HB4970 proposes a letter grade system for ranking public schools based on pupil proficiency and growth.

Michigan HB4970 amends the state's education law to introduce a letter grade system for public schools starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The Department of Education will assign grades A through F based on several indicators, including pupil proficiency in mathematics and English language arts, adequate growth toward proficiency, high school graduation rates, and academic performance compared to similar schools. The grades will be determined by state assessments and demographic factors correlated with academic achievement.