Cognia Diagnostic Review Impact on Jefferson County Schools

This report details the outcomes of Cognia's Diagnostic Review process as implemented in Jefferson County Schools, Alabama. The document outlines the improvements observed in three elementary schools—Lipscomb, U.W. Clemon, and Minor Community—following their participation in the review. It describes how Lipscomb Elementary increased its state report card score from 81 to 90, with significant gains in ELA achievement. U.W. Clemon, despite staffing challenges, also showed progress through targeted training and data-driven coaching. Minor Community School experienced reductions in chronic absenteeism and improvements in ELA scores due to new intervention strategies and enhanced family outreach. The report emphasizes the importance of structured systems for success, highlighting that regular data reviews and focused leadership contributed to these positive outcomes. The findings suggest that the diagnostic review process can effectively drive academic achievement and address issues such as absenteeism, showcasing a model for continuous improvement within the district.