A total of 210 students took the FAST assessment in Math, with 70 students performing at or above grade level. In English Language Arts (ELA), 220 students participated, with 84 achieving proficiency.
Grade 7 ELA emerged as the top performer, with 56% of students meeting grade-level expectations (15 out of 27 students).
Conversely, Grade 4 ELA reflected one of the lower performances, with just 20% of students meeting standards.
Math performance was a concern in Grade 7, with only 27% achieving proficiency.
26% of students met grade-level standards overall.
39% of students are currently performing at Level 1, indicating substantial support is needed.
The majority of students require targeted interventions to progress to higher proficiency levels.
ELA: Grade 7 leads, while Grades 4 and 5 need significant improvement.
Math: Grades 3 and 5 show moderate success, but Grades 4 and 7 trail behind.
Back-to-School Diagnostic Testing – Implement early assessments to address learning gaps from the summer and prepare students for grade-level content.
Diverse Assessment Methods – Integrate technology-enhanced, timed tests aligned with FAST formats throughout the year.
Personalized Learning Plans – Create individualized study strategies tailored to each student’s needs.
Professional Development for Teachers – Offer training to improve familiarity with FAST requirements and effective teaching techniques.
Schools using Lumos programs have shown 2% to 9% improvement in FAST test scores with consistent weekly practice. Teacher professional development could raise student achievement by up to 21 percentile points.
Paul Laurence Dunbar Elementary’s FAST results highlight both strengths and opportunities for growth. With targeted interventions, ongoing teacher training, and personalized learning strategies, the school can make significant gains in the upcoming academic year.