This report provides the major findings and recommendations from our math and science best practices research. For this research, we compiled a list of the highest performing Texas high schools in math and science, conducted a series of surveys, interviews, visits, and examinations of quantitative data, and then used this information to identify best practices in math and science.
Higher Education
(Not) Cheaper by the Dozen | Debunking 12 Common Myths About Higher Education
Myth 1: A’s and B’s Are Marks of Distinction in College, With C’s Signifying Average Performance. Reality: According to GradeInflation.com, as well as other later surveys, in the early 1960s, the percentage of A’s awarded in colleges nationwide was 15%. But today, an A is the most common grade awarded in college. As of 2023,...
May 21, 2026