INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana's Department of Education has released results from the most recent Indiana Learning Evaluation and Readiness Network (ILEARN) assessment.
The report said most grade levels tested in spring 2024 showed a slight increase in English and language arts proficiency (0.3% increase).
“While many grades have seen increases in both ELA and math proficiency over the past three years, we must continue to keep our foot on the gas pedal to ensure all students have a solid academic foundation in order to maximize their future opportunities,” Indiana Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner said.
Statewide, 41.0% of Indiana’s students are at or above proficiency standards in English and language arts, and 40.7% of students are at or above proficiency standards in math.
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According to IDOE, only two of the six grade levels tested showed decreases in English and language arts proficiency since 2021:
- Third grade: 0.1% decrease
- Fourth grade: 2.2% increase
- Fifth grade: 0.8% increase
- Sixth grade: 1.2% increase
- Seventh grade: 0.7% increase
- Eighth grade: 1.3% decrease
As for math proficiency, IDOE said the 2024 testing showed a slight decrease from the previous year (0.2% decrease); however, since 2021, math proficiency has increased in all grade levels:
- Third grade: 3.7% increase
- Fourth grade: 4.3% increase
- Fifth grade: 2.2% increase
- Sixth grade: 5.1% increase
- Seventh grade: 3.4% increase
- Eighth grade: 3.6% increase
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“A number of key tactics have been put in place to support educators, parents/families and students. It is essential that our local schools and parents/families continue to work together and stay laser-focused on improving student learning in ELA, as well as math," Jenner said. "As we urgently work to improve student learning, the new ILEARN Checkpoints, launching as a pilot in the upcoming school year, will provide more actionable data throughout the year, resulting in more strategic, increased support for our students."
Click here for access to ILEARN and SAT results.