21.   On Tuesday the Senate also rejected a Republican plan to link student test scores to federal money.

22.   Raising salaries when student scores improve is one way, but there are too few students in any class for small gains to be accurate reflections of instructional competence.

23.   Richards touted the dramatic improvement in student test scores as indicative of the hard work of students and dedication of teachers and administrators.

24.   Student scores on the algebra I end-of course exam have been disappointing ever since TEA began field-testing the exam several years ago.

25.   Student test scores are a key factor in the ratings given annually to school districts and campuses.

26.   Student test scores and graduation rates have also improved.

27.   Student test scores are improving.

28.   Student math scores are up, but reading scores are down.

29.   Student test scores are high.

30.   Teachers evaluated only by student test scores are less likely to schedule the elections.