CPS Elementary Students Show Gains in English, Math on State Assessment – WTTW (Chicago)

Overall, 31 percent of students in grades 3-8 achieved proficiency in English Language Arts, which CPS said was up from 26 percent a year prior. Nineteen percent of students achieved proficiency in math, which was a 2 percent increase from 2023. “These gains are a testament to our vision, and the dedication of our principals, teachers, support staff, and parents — as well as our hard working students,” CPS CEO Pedro Martinez said. “The academic progress of our elementary school students bodes well for their future success in high school and beyond.”