These students are also scoring better than students in the same grades four years ago and slow, but steady gains are clear in big city, suburban and rural schools.
But Tisch says the improvements are prompting a review of the exams and a tougher test for next year is likely.
Performance by middle school students has been a high priority for the Regents after years of stagnant scores.
Viewers can see results for their school and grade at: http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/irts/ela-math/.
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