The Clarendon County School District is pleased to announce significant academic progress among our students, despite a challenging start to the 202425 school year due to an unforeseen storm. The resilience and dedication shown by our students and staff are commendable, and we are confident that this academic year will continue to be one of growth and achievement.
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Our district has seen notable improvements in several key areas for grades 3-8. Math scores have risen across multiple schools, reflecting the hard work of our students and the effectiveness of our instructional strategies. Additionally, there is a positive trend in ELA performance, with more students meeting or exceeding standards, demonstrating our commitment to enhancing literacy skills.
Notable Accomplishments:
- The percentage of students in Grades 3-8 who scored Meets/Exceeds in Math increased from 2023 to 2024 on SC READY.
- ELA continues to be an area where there is a positive correlation between the percentage of students scoring
Meets/Exceeds (this percentage continually increases) and the percentage of students scoring Does Not Meet (this
percentage continues to decrease).
- SC Ready Assessments: 6th graders performed exceptionally well in ELA and Math, surpassing other grades across the district.
- WIN Test: 73.3% of students earned a career credential, up from 49.6% in 2023.
- End of Course (EOC) Exams: English 2 - Passing rate increased from 75% to 77.3%; Algebra 1 - Passing rate rose from 50.74% to 53.63%; Biology 1 - Passing rate improved from 36.8% to 54.62%.
Areas Requiring Focus:
- US History EOC Exam: Passing rate decreased from 48.9% to 35.45%.
- Grades 3-8 ELA: 45.4% of students met or exceeded expectations, with concerns in grades 7 and 8.
- Grades 3-8 Math: 39.5% of students met or exceeded expectations, with specific concerns in grades 4, 7, and 8.
- Science (4th Grade): Only 30% of students met or exceeded standards.
Plan to Address Challenges:
- High-Quality Tier I Instruction: Renewed focus across all classrooms.
- Protected Intervention Times: Included in each school’s Master Schedule.
- Dedicated Science Instruction: Establish a block for all 4th-grade students.
- Home School Communication: Maintain continuous engagement with parents.
- Varsity Tutors: Available for students enrolled in EOC classes and those struggling with EOC subjects.
- Read and Math 180: Implemented for Tier 2 and 3 students to support reading and mathematics.
- Exact Path ELA and Math: All students will engage in 20 minutes per week of this adaptive, self-paced software.
- Progress Monitoring via Common Assessments and Benchmarks: Weekly and districtwide tools to track performance and adjust strategies for academic support.
The Clarendon County School District remains committed to providing a safe, supportive, and academically rigorous environment for all students. We are confident that with the collective effort of our dedicated staff, engaged parents, and resilient students, the 202425 school year will be a successful one.
Quote from Arthur Moyd, CCSD Board Chairman: “The recent improvements in our student’s test scores highlight the positive direction our district is headed. Supporting our educators, and providing the necessary resources for continued academic progress will continue to be our goal.”
Quote from Dr. Erica Murdaugh, Director of Early Childhood and Elementary Education: “In Clarendon County School District, we have a renewed focus on teaching and learning! We are committed to ensuring that all of our students are engaged in high-quality learning environments each and every day! We have a lot to celebrate, academically, and we have identified specific areas for academic improvement, as well. We are excited to work collaboratively with all of our stakeholders, and welcome your support, as we strive to sustain ourselves as a system committed to continuous improvement!”
Quote from Dr. Tyneshia Eaddy, Director of Secondary Education: “Our students have shown remarkable gains in their test scores based on the longitudinal data, reflecting the hard work of our teachers and the dedication of our students.
These improvements are a testament to our commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. As we move forward, our goal is to build on this momentum by continuing to enhance our instructional strategies and provide even more support to ensure every student can achieve their full potential. This school year, we are focused on deepening our efforts to create an engaging and effective learning environment where all students can thrive.”
