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Anson County Schools report gains in student achievement as board questions assessment mix and tutoring access
Summary
Superintendent Dr. Thorpe told the board that five schools increased achievement and several grade levels posted large proficiency gains; members pressed staff on how Math 1 and Math 3 feed accountability, and raised concerns that a change in tutoring delivery may have reduced access for larger schools and English learners.
Superintendent Dr. Thorpe presented district assessment results to the Anson County Board of Education, saying five schools increased achievement this year and several grade levels showed large gains.
The district data presenter noted sixth-grade reading proficiency rose from 23.3% to 48.4% and said other grade-level and subject gains were “really good gains” across a three‑year comparison. Dr. Thorpe highlighted that seven of nine schools met or exceeded growth and that the Anson County Early College posted a 100% four‑year graduation rate this past year.
Why it matters: the district’s performance grades affect state accountability and federal support designations, and board members said they want clarity on how different course pathways are weighted so a school’s composite grade accurately reflects student outcomes.
Board members pressed presenters about how eighth‑grade Math…
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