Connecticut's statewide school Accountability Index rose to 72.2 in 2025-26, up from 71.8 the previous year but still below 74.2 in 2018-19, according to results released Oct. 27.
The index combines 12 measures rather than relying only on test scores. The Connecticut State Department of Education release shows improvements in attendance, four-year graduation and college preparation alongside weaker results on some student-growth measures.
The share of 11th- and 12th-graders earning at least three college credits with a grade of C or better reached 34.6%, compared with 22.3% in 2021-22. Those courses allow students to earn college credit before finishing high school.
Chronic absenteeism fell from 17.2% to 16.4%. But the average share of growth targets achieved declined in both English language arts and mathematics.
The state recognized 138 Schools of Distinction. Families can examine school and district results in the state accountability dashboard.