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Clayton County graduation rate rises to 86.3%; district files Cognia mid‑cycle progress report
Summary
The district reported an 86.3% four‑year graduation rate for 2025, a 3.3-point increase from last year, and submitted its Cognia mid‑cycle progress report addressing required improvements in professional learning and mentorship.
Clayton County Public Schools reported a 2025 four‑year cohort graduation rate of 86.3 percent on Sept. 29, an increase of 3.3 percentage points from the previous year, district leaders said.
Why it matters: graduation-rate gains are a primary metric for state accountability and district improvement efforts. Superintendent Anthony Smith and district leaders said the improvement narrowed the gap with the state rate and reflected progress across several student subgroups.
Data and context: Dr. Keith Colbert and Dr. Delphia Young presented…
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