In a recent government meeting, officials presented the assessment results for West Virginia's spring 2024 summative assessments, revealing significant progress among students in Montague County. The data, available on the West Virginia Department of Education website, includes results from various assessments for grades 3 through 8, 11th-grade SAT scores, and alternate assessments for special education students.

Montague County students achieved a proficiency rate of 57% in reading and 50% in math, marking a nearly 3% increase in English Language Arts (ELA) from the previous year. This improvement is attributed to the implementation of the 3rd Grade Success Act, which emphasized ELA curriculum. However, math results remained stable, prompting plans for a renewed focus on math education in the coming year.

The county's performance outpaced state averages across all grade levels, with a notable decrease in students performing at the lowest levels and an increase in those exceeding standards. Specifically, Montague County had the highest percentage of students exceeding standards in both ELA and math, and the lowest percentage of students not meeting standards.

In addition to general assessments, 11th graders excelled in the SAT, with 30% meeting both English and math college readiness benchmarks. This represents a 5% increase in students meeting the English benchmark compared to the previous year. A total of 212 students became Promise eligible based on their SAT performance, an increase of 20 from the prior year.

The meeting also highlighted a shift in how students access their test results. The state has transitioned to a digital platform, allowing families to view both current and historical assessment results through the Cambium family portal, with plans to provide access earlier in the summer next year.

Overall, the results reflect a positive trend in academic performance in Montague County, showcasing the hard work of educators and the potential for continued growth in student achievement.