Indiana Test Scores Show Stagnant Progress

Indiana's latest ILEARN standardized test results reveal little to no progress among students in grades 3-8, with 41% proficient in English language arts (ELA) and 40.7% in math. These scores remain virtually unchanged from the previous year, with a slight increase in ELA (0.3%) and a minor decrease in math (0.2%). Overall, only 30.8% of students are proficient in both subjects, reflecting stagnant academic performance. Indiana Secretary of Education Katie Jenner emphasized the need for continued efforts to improve student learning, citing the COVID-19 pandemic's impact as a significant challenge. Despite incremental gains since 2021, proficiency levels are still below pre-pandemic figures from 2019. State officials and educators stress the importance of collaboration between schools and families to enhance educational outcomes.