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South Carolina Students Soar in Reading and Math | Charleston News
South Carolina’s students are smashing reading and math benchmarks—with English scores soaring 8 points and over 61% now meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations. The state’s climbing nationally, ranking 21st in fourth-grade math and 14th in reading, while leaders like Superintendent Ellen Weaver insist the narrative of educational decline is outdated. Strong leadership at schools like North Charleston’s is credited for the gains, and with a goal of 75% proficiency by 2030, South Carolina’s on a clear upward trajectory—even if middle school math still needs work. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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