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Hingham reports rise in Seal of Biliteracy recipients; 74% of test takers earned designation

Hingham School Committee · November 12, 2025
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Summary

Hingham Public Schools reported that 103 of 140 students who sat for world‑language assessments in 2024–25 earned the Seal of Biliteracy or Seal with Distinction (74% of test takers; 36% of the graduating class of 2025). District plans wider testing funded by grant support and recommends continued professional development to sustain growth.

The Hingham School Committee received a report on world language assessment results on Nov. 10 showing a notable increase in students earning state‑recognized designations.

Stacy, the district’s world language department director, told the committee that in 2024–25, 103 of 140 students who tested earned either the Seal of Biliteracy or the Seal of Biliteracy with Distinction — about 74% of test takers. Looking at the entire graduating class of 2025…

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