Board hears preliminary CAASPP/CAST results showing low proficiency for many student groups

Aug 13, 2026

District presenters reported preliminary results: overall ELA proficiency ~41.4%, math ~26.4%, science ~20.4% (grades 5, 8, 11); presenters and board members raised concerns about declines, subgroup gaps (students with disabilities 13%), and next steps including a district assessment framework and targeted supports for multilingual learners.

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Paramount Unified staff presented preliminary summative assessment results and Title III multilingual learner data, highlighting areas of concern across multiple grade levels.

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