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It documents wide variation in the number of required mathematics credits, the highest course content specified (e.g., Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or substitutes), and how probability, statistics, and computer science are treated within graduation options. 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Some states require students to complete Algebra II, some do not. Some assess that requirement, some do not. Some expectations around Algebra II align to postsecondary entrance expectations, and some do not. In many cases, policies within a state seem to contradict themselves, as assessments often do not align with course requirements or standards. What may appear to be uniform is actually quite variable.  \nIn this brief we explore inconsistencies that exist both within and between states, and we urge reflection on the need for stakeholders to clarify the purpose and role of Algebra II. Specifically, we provide an overview of state-level mathematics policies across the United States with respect to Algebra II course requirements, state assessments, and alignment to postsecondary expectations as we examine the following:  \n• Graduation Requirements: Which mathematics courses/experiences do states expect of students before they graduate from high school?  \n• Assessment: How do states assess students’ mathematics proficiency and how does Algebra II fit in with those assessment requirements?  \n• Alignment to Postsecondary Expectations: How do states’ high school graduation requirements and assessments align to in-state postsecondary education institutions?  \nI. State High School Graduation Requirements  \nHigh school mathematics graduation requirements vary throughout the United States. In all states, the state sets the graduation “floor” – districts can supplement with additional courses or experiences as they deem appropriate. States differ in the number of mathematics courses required and in the content of those  \nACHIEVE.ORG  \n1  \nSTATE MATHEMATICS POLICY LANDSCAPE  \nrequired courses. States also differ in terms of the number of graduation options available to students; some offer a single diploma option while others offer several options. The analysis that follows will focus on the graduation requirements that students – absent any action on their part – are expected to complete. In other words, these are the “default” expectations for students.  \nYears of Mathematics Required by States  \nThere is a lack of consistency when it comes to the number of years of mathematics coursework students must take to receive the default diploma. As shown in Figure 1, sixteen states and the District of Columbia require students to take four credits of mathematics for graduation. Twenty-eight states require three credits of mathematics. Three states require students to take two credits of mathematics, and three states do not specify a particular number.  \nFIGURE 1: NUMBER OF REQUIRED MATHEMATICS CREDITS  \n3 states  \n28  \n~~ ~~ 3 states  \n16 states and DC  \nstates  \n Four credits  Three credits  Two credits  No state course requirements for mathematics  \nACHIEVE .ORG  \n2  \nSTATE MATHEMATICS POLICY LANDSCAPE  \nContent of Mathematics Required by States  \nSignificant variation emerges across states when we look at course requirements in terms of content. As detailed in Figure 2 below, fifteen states require some number of mathematics courses betaken, but do not specify which courses. An additional three states require mathematical concepts be learned but do not go so far as to specify the courses. Three states require students take no less than Algebra I before they graduate. Ten states require that students take no less than Geometry before they graduate. Finally, twenty states require students to take Algebra II or Integrated Math III.  \nFIGURE 2: HIGHEST LEVEL MATHEMATICS COURSE SPECIFIED BY STATES  \n6  \n15  \n10  \n3  \n4  \n310  \n No course content specified  \n Algebra II or substitute (not equivalent)  \n Concepts","cbCaibSPNH1F0AZX","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaibSPNH1F0AZX","pdf",521723,"English","# Graduation Requirements\n## Years of Mathematics Required by States\n## Content of Mathematics Required by States\n# State High School Assessment Requirements\n## Types of Required Assessments (2018-19)","[{\"question\":\"How do states differ in the number of math credits required for graduation?\",\"answer\":\"States vary: many require four credits or three credits of mathematics, some require two, and a few do not specify a set number.\"},{\"question\":\"What highest-level math course content do states specify for graduation?\",\"answer\":\"States differ, with some requiring Algebra I, some requiring Geometry, and many requiring Algebra II or an Integrated Math III substitute or equivalent.\"},{\"question\":\"How do states vary in statewide assessment requirements related to mathematics?\",\"answer\":\"States differ by assessment type, when students take assessments, and what the assessments measure; the brief groups 2018-19 statewide math assessments into multiple categories.\"}]","The Algebra II Variable - State Policies for Graduation Requirements, Assessments, and Alignment to Postsecondary Expectations | PDF",1792062023,25]