Pinellas County Schools (PCS) recently shared the 2024 results for several assessments, including the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) in English Language Arts and Mathematics, Statewide Science Assessments and End-of-Course (EOC) exams in Algebra 1, Geometry, Civics and US History.

The district outpaced the state and large districts in many areas. Below is a summary of key achievements:

In English Language Arts (ELA):

• 56% proficiency in grades 3-10 on FAST assessments, outpacing the state.
• PCS is first among large districts in ELA proficiency (tied with Broward and Miami-Dade) and ranked 15th in the state across all districts.

In Mathematics:

• 58% proficiency in grades 3-12 on the FAST and EOC assessments, outpacing the state.
• PCS outpaced the state in grades 3-5, 6-8, and Geometry.
• PCS is first among large districts in Mathematics proficiency (tied with Miami-Dade) and ranked 17th in the state across all districts.

In Social Studies:

• 73% proficiency in Civics EOC and narrowed the gap with the state in US History with 66% proficiency.
• PCS is first among large districts in Civics and ranked 15th in the state across all districts.

In Science:

• 64% (grade 5) and 51% (grade 8) proficiency in Florida Statewide Science Assessments, outpacing the state.
• Among the large districts in Grade 5 science proficiency, the district is first (tied with Miami-Dade) and ranked 7th in the state across all districts.

Let’s keep pushing to elevate our district to state and national prominence! Research shows that school districts backed by their communities thrive. Pinellas County is a prime example of this, which is why we believe supporting the upcoming Referendum is critical. You can learn more about how the Referendum helps elevate academic excellence by visiting this district webpage.