BEST PRACTICES

What Makes Elementary Schools Work: Findings from a Best Practices Study in New York State

Our study found that 5 key elements mark the difference between the higher-performing and average-performing elementary schools studied:
  • Vision of the school as a family
  • Clear learning objectives
  • Excellent instruction
  • Targeted programs and assessments
  • Intervention and support

To download electronic copies, please click the following:

4-Page Summary (pdf)

Best Practice Study (pdf)