Western Slope test scores lag behind statewide averages

Western Slope test scores lag behind statewide averages

While Colorado students are showing improved math performance and elementary literacy scores, some student populations — including those in rural Western Slope districts — are falling behind their peers. The Colorado Department of Education released statewide results from the 2026 Colorado Measure of Academic Success, or CMAS, assessments on Wednesday, Aug. 19. The assessments, administered to Colorado public school students in grades 3-11, meas…