Ash Creek and Independence Elementary see significant growth in student English proficiency

Central School District 13J is celebrating significant progress in student performance, particularly in English language proficiency, as revealed in the latest assessment data presented during the Board of Directors meeting on April 8, 2025.

At the elementary level, Ash Creek Elementary School showed remarkable growth, with the percentage of students on track for English language proficiency rising from 49.3% in the 2021-2022 school year to 66.7% in 2023-2024. Independence Elementary also demonstrated impressive gains, increasing from 33.8% to 62.8% over the same period. Monmouth Elementary experienced a slight dip but ultimately surpassed its previous performance, climbing from 71.4% to 78.3%.

Secondary schools also reported steady improvements, albeit at a slower pace. Talmadge Middle School increased its proficiency rates from 20.2% to 24.8%. However, the high school faced challenges, experiencing flat years and a slight decline, ultimately reaching 16.3% in 2023-2024.

Overall, the district's performance improved significantly, with the percentage of students on track for proficiency rising from 31.6% to 44.9%. This figure is just shy of the state average of 45.5%, highlighting the district's commitment to enhancing educational outcomes. Notably, all elementary schools exceeded both state and district averages in the latest assessment cycle, and two schools maintained a continuous growth trajectory throughout the three years.

These results underscore the district's ongoing efforts to support student achievement and provide a strong foundation for future educational initiatives. As the district moves forward, continued focus on these growth patterns will be essential in maintaining and building upon this momentum.