SANTA ROSA COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOLS CELEBRATES ASSESSMENT SUCCESS IN 2024-2025 STATE ASSESSSMENTS
Santa Rosa County, FL – June 27, 2025 – Santa Rosa County District Schools proudly announces significant success and improvement in the 2024-2025 state assessment results. Testing results showed notable increases in student performance in English Language Arts, Geometry, Biology, Civics, and U.S. History. This highlights the exceptional performance of our schools, teachers and staff, students, and families! We are extremely proud of these accomplishments!
Additional highlights include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Overall increase in proficiency by 2.9% from 1,347 points in 2023-2024 to 1,387 points in 2024-2025.
· ELA (Grades 3-10) – Increased 1% overall from 62% in 2023-2024 to 63% in 2024-2025.
· Geometry – Increased 7% overall from 59% in 2023-2024 to 66% in 2024-2025.
· Biology – Increased 2% overall from 75% in 2023-2024 to 77% in 2024-2025.
· Civics – Increased 4% overall from 73% in 2023-2024 to 77% in 2024-2025.
· U.S. History – Increased 1% overall from 76% in 2023-2024 to 77% in 2024-2025.
· Grade Level Highlights include, but are not limited to, the following:
o English Language Arts
§ 6th Grade increased 4% overall from 64% in 2023-2024 to 68% in 2024-2025.
§ 7th Grade increased 4% overall from 57% in 2023-2024 to 61% in 2024-2025.
§ 8th Grade increased 7% overall from 56% in 2023-2024 to 63% in 2024-2025.
§ 9th Grade increased 1% overall from 61% in 2023-2024 to 62% in 2024-2025.
§ 10th Grade increased 2% overall from 62% in 2023-2024 to 64% in 2024-2025.
o Math
§ 6th Grade increased 3% overall from 66% in 2023-2024 to 69% in 2024-2025.
§ 7th Grade increased 4% overall from 53% in 2023-2024 to 57% in 2024-2025.
§ 8th Grade increased 2% overall from 71% in 2023-2024 to 73% in 2024-2025.
o Science
§ 8th Grade increased 4% overall from 54% in 2023-2024 to 58% in 2024-2025.
Dr. Barber, Superintendent of Santa Rosa County District Schools, proudly acknowledged the unwavering dedication and efforts of the district's teachers, staff, students, and families. "Our students continue to excel, and this achievement is a testament to the relentless work of our educators and support personnel. Their commitment makes this success possible," stated Dr. Barber.
The district's mission to love, educate, and prepare all students for graduation and a successful future truly shines through with these remarkable results. "We are fortunate to have a dedicated team that strives daily to achieve our mission," Dr. Barber continued. "Their commitment to excellence ensures our students not only succeed academically but are also well-prepared for their futures."
We extend heartfelt congratulations to our students, teachers, staff, parents, and community members for their vital contributions to this celebration of academic excellence! To stay informed about the outstanding initiatives taking place within Santa Rosa County District Schools, please visit us online at www.santarosaschools.org. For further information regarding Florida State Assessments, visit www.FLDOE.org.
If you have any additional questions, please reach out to Nadia Colin, Public Information and Family and Community Outreach Officer, at PIO@santarosa.k12.fl.us.