In surveys, real estate ads and informal conversations, Carlsbad's high quality education is touted as a major benefit of living in our community. Our annual test scores provide a platform for principals and teachers to focus on improved performance.
The results of the 2011-12 state exam reveal impressive gains across the District. In English/Language Arts (ELA), districtwide scores climbed 14 percentage points, reaching an all-time high of 76 percent! Carlsbad Unified scores continue to outpace both countywide (63 percent) and statewide (57 percent) averages.
More than 6,000 students in grades 2-11 took the California Standards Test (CST) in spring 2012. In addition to ELA, new highs were recorded in math (66 percent), science (71 percent) and social studies (68 percent).
When performance gains are disaggregated, nearly every grade level and student sub-group (including English learners, special education, and socially-economically disadvantaged learners) have shown the same positive trend in student performance. Other areas of notable improvement include:
• Compared to five years ago, 11 percent more English learners are now scoring proficient or advanced.
• Carlsbad High School's API is projected to reach 848, representing a remarkable 19-point gain over last year.
• Seven of 14 schools in CUSD have an estimated API score above 900.
• Pacific Rim Elementary School's estimated API of 977 (out of a possible 1,000) is the highest in the District and among the highest in San Diego County.
Collaboration is Key to
Improvement and Achievement
Despite successive years of budget cuts, Carlsbad Unified continues to lead the way as a premier district in the state and region.
In addition to our exceptional teachers, principals and support staff, there is a strong partnership between our schools and the business community. Many members of the business community contribute their time, talents and financial support to keep our programs strong.
We are particularly fortunate to have a local Chamber of Commerce that is focused on the education of our 11,000 students as we prepare them to succeed in college, career and life.
In Carlsbad Unified School District, continuous improvement is a priority for all involved!
Follow Superintendent Lovely at www.twitter.com/SuptLovely
The results of the 2011-12 state exam reveal impressive gains across the District. In English/Language Arts (ELA), districtwide scores climbed 14 percentage points, reaching an all-time high of 76 percent! Carlsbad Unified scores continue to outpace both countywide (63 percent) and statewide (57 percent) averages.
More than 6,000 students in grades 2-11 took the California Standards Test (CST) in spring 2012. In addition to ELA, new highs were recorded in math (66 percent), science (71 percent) and social studies (68 percent).
When performance gains are disaggregated, nearly every grade level and student sub-group (including English learners, special education, and socially-economically disadvantaged learners) have shown the same positive trend in student performance. Other areas of notable improvement include:
• Compared to five years ago, 11 percent more English learners are now scoring proficient or advanced.
• Carlsbad High School's API is projected to reach 848, representing a remarkable 19-point gain over last year.
• Seven of 14 schools in CUSD have an estimated API score above 900.
• Pacific Rim Elementary School's estimated API of 977 (out of a possible 1,000) is the highest in the District and among the highest in San Diego County.
Collaboration is Key to
Improvement and Achievement
Despite successive years of budget cuts, Carlsbad Unified continues to lead the way as a premier district in the state and region.
In addition to our exceptional teachers, principals and support staff, there is a strong partnership between our schools and the business community. Many members of the business community contribute their time, talents and financial support to keep our programs strong.
We are particularly fortunate to have a local Chamber of Commerce that is focused on the education of our 11,000 students as we prepare them to succeed in college, career and life.
In Carlsbad Unified School District, continuous improvement is a priority for all involved!
Follow Superintendent Lovely at www.twitter.com/SuptLovely