Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP)

Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) is a measurement used in the United States to assess the academic performance of schools and districts. Established by the No Child Left Behind Act, AYP sets specific goals for student achievement in reading and math. Schools are evaluated based on standardized test scores, attendance rates, and other factors to determine whether they meet these annual targets. Achieving AYP indicates that a school is making sufficient progress in ensuring that students meet educational standards, while failing to meet AYP can result in corrective actions and increased oversight.