New Mexico to release test scores for high school students

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) – New Mexico education officials on Friday will release scores for high school students who took new standardized tests earlier this year.
The tests were designed to show how well schools helped students meet the rigorous Common Core standards for reading, writing and math, but officials are warning that scores will likely be lower.
New Mexico was one of 11 states that gave the tests last spring.
The tests sparked intense opposition from teachers, parents and student