October 4, 2024 3:40 a.m.
Roseburg Public Schools is making progress in student achievement and has surpassed state averages in many areas, according to 2024 Oregon assessment results, released by the Oregon Department of Education on Thursday.
An RPS release said the district maintains its focus on fostering even higher levels of growth to ensure all students are reaching their potential.
The assessment data reveals scores that exceeded the state average in English and science with all grade levels combined. The district also saw upward trends at all schools for the majority of individual grade levels, with most other scores remaining steady.
Superintendent Jared Cordon said, “We have an incredible staff and incredible students, and I am proud of the progress they have made”. Cordon said, “Our expectation is that our students not only outperform state averages, but that they far surpass them. I am confident that these latest results show that we are on the right track”.
The release said the key district results from the 2024 Oregon Statewide Assessment System show:
*English, Language, Arts scores: Roseburg students posted a 45.2 percent proficiency rate, closing aligning with the state average of 31 percent.
*Math scores: Roseburg students posted a 29.2 percent proficiency rate, closely aligning with the state average of 31 percent
*Science scores: Roseburg students achieved a 33.4 percent proficiency rate in science compared to the state average of 29.3 percent.
Director of Teaching and Learning Dr. Jill Weber said, “We’ve been laying the groundwork for years, and these results weren’t unexpected”. Weber said, “Our staff is constantly assessing not only where students are but how we can adjust instruction to meet their needs. This is more about understanding the whole student and ensuring that they are equipped with the skills needed to succeed long term, from collaboration and discourse to inquiry and problem-solving”.
The release said partnerships with local business leaders and community organizations as well as Umpqua Community College are ensuring that students have access to experiences that guide their learning in ways that connect directly to their futures.
Cordon said, “Increased achievement is a win for our entire community, and I am thankful for the efforts of our students, staff, families and partners, as we ensure we are providing the best education possible for our students”.
More information regarding the assessment data is available at the district website: https://www.roseburgblocktoberfest.com.