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This state improved most on NAPLAN

Queensland kids are doing better when it comes to reading, writing and maths, but they still lag behind national averages, which have improved little in seven years.

NAPLAN results released on Wednesday showed national student achievement has stalled since 2008 when the tests were first introduced, while Queenslanders slightly improved.

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The vast majority of Queensland students in years 3, 5, 7 and 9 met national minimum standards, but the state still lagged behind the national average in every state level.

Queensland Education Minister Kate Jones said her state’s improvement was the result of additional funding, the introduction of the prep year and moving year 7 into high school.

“What we’re seeing now is real results when it comes to education outcomes for our children,” Ms Jones told ABC radio.

NAPLAN tests students in reading, persuasive writing, spelling, numeracy, grammar and punctuation.

Victoria and New South Wales traditionally top the rankings.

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