Case Study

Building Coherent Math Instruction in Wisconsin

Bar graph showing Wisconsin Forward Exam percentage of SDW Grades 3 through 5 students that scored meeting and advanced in mathematics

State Assessment Proficiency Grows at SDW

Since implementing i-Ready Classroom Mathematics 2024 in 2023–2024, the School District of Waukesha (SDW) has seen continued growth in Grades 3–5 students scoring Meeting and Advanced on the Forward Exam.

Overview

Improving Math Outcomes across Classrooms

SDW implemented i-Ready Classroom Mathematics 2024 to strengthen coherence and improve math outcomes. Supported by districtwide professional learning, collaborative coaching, and i-Ready assessment data, educators aligned instruction across classrooms. These efforts helped drive notable gains across Grades 3–5 on the Wisconsin Forward Exam.

District:School District of Waukesha
Subject:Mathematics
Grade:K–5
Topic:Academic Achievement, Core Math, Growth Goals, Implementation and Practice, Multilingual Learners, Special Education

Testimonials

“We had to stay focused, stop coaching from other programs, and start coaching from the Teacher’s Guide. Everything we needed was already in i-Ready Classroom Mathematics. We trusted the process, and the growth followed.
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— Rachel Boario, Elementary Math Coordinator

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