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D.C. Student Proficiency Rises in English and Math for Fourth Year

August 21, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — District students improved in both English language arts and mathematics for a fourth consecutive year, according to 2026 statewide assessment results released Thursday by Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education. Districtwide proficiency in English language arts rose 2 percentage points from last year to 39.6%. Math…
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D.C. Student Proficiency Rises in English and Math for Fourth Year