Hawaiʻi students make modest math gains amid slight decline
State Department of Education results for 2025-26 show attendance rose, while language arts proficiency edged down.
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What happened
The state Department of Education released 2025-26 results showing modest math gains and more regular attendance among public school students in the state. Language arts proficiency declined slightly over the same period. Maui's Lokelani Intermediate School was named a standout school.
Why it matters
The department is focusing on accelerating gains toward its 2029 goals. Students are described as nearing academic recovery.
Timeline
- Oct 10, 6:47 PM ET: The state Department of Education released results showing modest math gains, improved attendance and slightly lower language arts proficiency.
- Oct 11, 7:00 AM ET: The department said it is focusing on accelerating gains toward its 2029 goals.
Coverage
- Hawaiʻi public schools continue post-pandemic recovery, with gains in math, attendance (kauainownews.com)
- Hawaiʻi public schools improve in math and attendance, but language arts scores slip (mauinow.com)
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