Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 24, 2014. A new report released today by the Center for American Progress provides an analysis of the U.S. Department of Education’s most recent evaluation data measuring the progress of the 12 states participating in Phases 1 and 2 of Race to the Top. Race to the Top, or RTT, is a competitive grant program designed to spur state-level education innovation to boost student achievement, close achievement gaps, and prepare students for college and careers. According to CAP’s analysis, the RTT states have made progress toward achieving their goals, yet more work needs to be done.






