Understanding the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), enacted in 2015, replaced No Child Left Behind, offering states more flexibility in education. ESSA mandates state performance measurement in reading, math, and science, and requires states to provide transparent, accessible report cards online. These report cards include data on test performance, graduation rates, and more. ESSA also introduces financial transparency by requiring states to report per pupil expenditures and identify the lowest-performing schools needing support. Additionally, it allows flexible fund usage for career education and student transportation to better-performing schools.

What year was the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) signed into law?

• 2015

• 2005

• 2020

• 2010

Which subjects are states required to measure performance in under ESSA?

• Math, Science, Physical Education

• Reading, Writing, Music

• History, Geography, Art

• Reading, Math, Science

What must every state develop to provide parents with important information on test performance?

• A financial report

• A state report card

• A teacher evaluation

• A detailed curriculum

What new financial transparency measure does ESSA require from states?

• Total school budget

• Average teacher salary

• Per pupil expenditures

• Administrative costs

What percentage of schools must states list as their lowest performing under ESSA?

• 20%

• 5%

• 15%

• 10%

How does ESSA allow states to use funds in terms of education?

• For sports facilities

• For career and technical education

• Only for academic subjects

• For teacher bonuses

What additional support does ESSA provide for students attending higher performing schools?

• Tutoring services

• Transportation

• Free meals

• Scholarships