SDCL § 13-3-64: Comparison of students to state's proficient level of academic achievement--Continuous and substantial academic improvement.

The state accountability system shall measure whether all students meet or exceed the state's proficient level of academic achievement. Multiple indicators shall be established to indicate continuous and substantial academic improvement of the achievement of all public school students as well as sub-groups of public school students, including economically disadvantaged students, students from major racial and ethnic groups, students with disabilities, and students with limited English proficiency.