Each school was measured using the percentage of their total grade 11 cohort that achieved 5 or more subjects (inclusive of BOTH Mathematics and English at CSEC). It must be noted that all subjects sat prior to grade 11 (7,8,9 and 10) were taken into account.
Jamaican High Schools Show Notable Improvements in 2024 Rankings
Kingston, Jamaica – The 2024 Educate Jamaica High School Performance Index has been released, revealing significant changes and remarkable achievements in the academic performances of high schools across the island. The annual ranking, which measures the success rates of schools based on the percentage of students achieving five or more subjects (including Mathematics and English) at CSEC, highlights a year of notable academic strides and some declines.
Top Achievers
Leading the chart this year is Campion College, a co-educational institution, which scored an impressive 100%, marking a 2.6% increase from the previous year. This makes it the highest-performing high school in Jamaica for 2024. Not far behind is Immaculate Conception High for girls, with a 99.18% score, slightly up by 0.4% from 2023.
Significant Improvements
Hampton School for girls showed one of the most substantial improvements, with an 88.82% score, up from 76% in 2023, an increase of 16.9%. Similarly, St. Hilda’s High School for girls also made impressive gains, moving from 71.6% in 2023 to 83.11% in 2024.
Gender-Specific Trends
The data from this year’s index also shows that girls’ schools generally performed well, with St. Andrew High School for Girls maintaining a strong performance at 93%. On the boys’ side, St. George’s College saw a significant rise, scoring 80% up from 68% in 2023, reflecting a 17.6% improvement.
Challenges and Setbacks
Despite the overall positive trends, some schools experienced declines. Montego Bay High School for Girls saw a decrease from 91% in 2023 to 87% in 2024. The reasons for such declines have not been detailed in the report but are crucial for stakeholders to address to ensure sustained academic success.
Conclusion
The 2024 performance index serves as a reminder of the dynamic nature of academic achievement within Jamaica’s education system. While many schools have shown improvement, the ongoing challenge is to provide consistent support and resources to those that have struggled. As stated by Educate Jamaica, “What gets measured gets managed,” emphasizing the importance of continuous assessment and management to foster educational excellence.
For a detailed view of all the rankings and scores, readers are encouraged to visit Educate Jamaica’s official website.
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