ARE PRIVATE SCHOOLS HELD ACCOUNTABLE?

Yes

The Department of Public Instruction in Wisconsin collects data from all publicly funded students, both in private and public school and it is made available to the public.

Myth

Private schools in the Parental Choice Programs do not have to publicly report their data.

Fact

Student Information Systems (SIS) are required for every publicly-funded student in Wisconsin.

Data

All schools that educate publicly-funded students receive a state-mandated report card using the same data across all sectors.

SIS

Student Information Systems (SIS) collect data on attendance, graduation rates, demographics, and test scores.

TESTS

Private schools in the Parental Choice Programs issue the same standardized tests as those in public schools.

REPORT CARDS

All schools that educate publicly-funded students receive a state-mandated report card using the same data across all sectors.

How Are Private Choice Schools Held Accountable?

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