MTSS vs RTI

Utilizes a multi-tiered system approach

• MTSS

• RTI

• Both

Provides a continuum of supports based on the severity of a student’s needs

• MTSS

• RTI

• Both

Uses universal screening to identify students in need of support

• MTSS

• RTI

• Both

Uses frequent progress monitoring to track student performance

• MTSS

• RTI

• Both

Uses data-driven decision-making to guide the selection of evidence-based interventions

• MTSS

• RTI

• Both

Fully addresses social-emotional learning (SEL), behavioral health needs, and attendance

• MTSS

• RTI

• Both

Places an emphasis on a strong differentiated core instruction 

• MTSS

• RTI

• Both

Places an emphasis on professional development

• MTSS

• RTI

• Both

Involves all important stakeholders for the success of the student including educators, administrators, and family and community members

• MTSS

• RTI

• Both

Includes district-wide and school-wide systemic change as needed

• MTSS

• RTI

• Both