The 2025 grades are in for nearly all of Arizona's public and charter schools. The system, managed by the Arizona Department of Education and required under A.R.S. § 15-241, rates schools annually based on proficiency, growth, and readiness indicators. Supporters argue it promotes transparency for families, while critics contend it oversimplifies complex factors influencing school quality.

In late October, education commentator Tiffany Benson criticized Arizona’s A–F School Letter Grade system, saying it does not accurately reflect classroom performance or student opportunity.

“From the data on the class of 2025, college admissions officers and future employers can reasonably conclude that if the applicant is a graduate of Arizona schools, more likely than not, they cannot proficientl

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