Overview
The 2024–2025 Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) results for Mater Virtual Academy Charter Middle/High School offer insights into student achievement across English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. The Lumos Learning analysis identifies trends in proficiency, areas for improvement, and strategies to enhance academic outcomes in the school’s virtual learning environment.
Participation and Performance Summary
A total of 10 students participated in the FAST assessments—10 in Math and 10 in ELA. Despite the small cohort, the data highlights notable strengths and areas for targeted growth.
- Math (Grades 6–8): 3 students (30%) at or above grade level
- ELA (Grades 6–8): 6 students (60%) at or above grade level
Overall, 45% of students met grade-level proficiency standards. The contrast between Math (30%) and ELA (60%) underscores the need for focused intervention in mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
Best-Performing Grade and Subject
Grade 6 English Language Arts stands as the top-performing category, with 60% of students meeting proficiency. This represents the school’s strongest academic area for the 2024–2025 FAST cycle, exceeding Math results by a 30-point margin and aligning closely with district and state averages.
Subject-Wise and Grade-Level Comparison
English Language Arts (ELA)
- School Average: 60%
- Miami-Dade Average: 63%
- Florida Average: 59%
The ELA results are consistent with state performance, showing strong literacy outcomes for a small sample size. Slight improvements in comprehension and writing could help surpass both district and state benchmarks.
Mathematics
- School Average: 30%
- Miami-Dade Average: 64%
- Florida Average: 60%
Math proficiency trails district and state averages by more than 30 points. This suggests a need for intensive support in conceptual learning, computation fluency, and applied problem-solving.
Performance Levels Breakdown (Grade 6)
| Performance Level | Percentage of Students | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Level 5 (Advanced) | 10% | Exceeding expectations |
| Level 4 (Proficient) | 25% | Solid mastery of content |
| Level 3 (Satisfactory) | 10% | Near proficiency |
| Level 2 (Below Satisfactory) | 30% | Requires additional support |
| Level 1 (Inadequate) | 25% | Needs intensive remediation |
Over half of the students (55%) fall in Levels 1–2, indicating that the majority need moderate to significant instructional intervention to meet grade-level expectations.
Comparative Proficiency Insights
| Subject | % Meeting Standard (School) | Miami-Dade | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELA (Grade 6) | 60% | 63% | 59% |
| Math (Grade 6) | 30% | 64% | 60% |
ELA proficiency aligns closely with district and state averages, while Math shows a significant gap. The difference highlights the need for structured, data-informed support in quantitative subjects.
School-Wide Performance Overview
- Average Proficiency: 45%
- Level 2 (Developing Learners): 30%
- Level 1 (At-Risk Students): 25%
- Students Needing Support (Levels 1–2): 55%
While Mater Virtual Academy’s proficiency falls slightly below state averages, its small cohort size allows for individualized attention and data-driven improvement planning.
Recommendations for Academic Improvement (2025–2026)
- Diagnostic Testing: Begin the school year with diagnostic assessments to identify gaps and align instruction to individual needs.
- Diverse Assessment Strategies: Incorporate multiple assessment types—tech-enhanced, timed, and state-style—to enhance test readiness.
- Personalized Learning Plans: Create individualized plans to target learning gaps and track ongoing growth.
- Professional Development (PD): Conduct FAST-focused teacher PD to strengthen instructional practices; projected improvement up to 21 percentile points.
- Consistent Practice via Lumos StepUp: Encourage 45 minutes of structured weekly practice to improve test familiarity and skill mastery.
- Summer Learning HeadStart: Bridge academic gaps during summer months to prevent regression and ensure smoother grade transitions.
Projected Impact of Lumos Interventions
Based on Lumos Learning’s statewide data, schools that integrate StepUp and teacher PD programs report significant gains:
- 2–6% score improvement with consistent weekly program use
- Up to 21 percentile growth when paired with professional development
For Mater Virtual Academy, this translates to potential growth from the 76th percentile to the 97th percentile, reflecting a substantial improvement trajectory.
Interpreting the Data: Strengths and Opportunities
Strengths
- ELA Achievement: 60% proficiency aligns closely with state averages, demonstrating strong literacy instruction.
- Individualized Focus: Small class size enables personalized learning interventions and flexible instructional strategies.
- High Growth Potential: The data suggests strong potential for measurable gains with consistent implementation of improvement programs.
Areas for Growth
- Math Achievement: 30% proficiency requires targeted intervention in foundational numeracy and applied problem-solving.
- Support for At-Risk Learners: 25% of students in Level 1 need immediate, structured academic remediation.
- Teacher Development: Continuous professional training in data-driven instruction and FAST test design is key for sustained success.
Resources and Implementation Aids
- Board Presentation Templates: Ready-to-use materials for sharing test outcomes and action plans with stakeholders.
- Funding and Grant Support: Guidance for securing financial resources for intervention initiatives.
- Lumos StepUp Program: Provides FAST-aligned assessments and learning modules for ongoing student progress tracking.
- Summer Learning HeadStart: Helps maintain learning continuity and prevent summer regression.
Conclusion
The FAST 2024–2025 results for Mater Virtual Academy Charter Middle/High School depict a dual narrative—strong ELA performance and significant opportunities for growth in Mathematics. With targeted professional development, diagnostic-driven instruction, and consistent use of Lumos programs, the school is well-positioned to enhance student outcomes and close proficiency gaps in the coming academic year.