CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — West Virginia schools and districts are continuing to make progress, according to the 2024–2025 Balanced Scorecard results released Tuesday by the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE).

The Balanced Scorecard measures public school performance across areas such as academic achievement, student growth, attendance, and post-secondary readiness. It provides families, communities, and stakeholders with an annual snapshot of school performance.

According to this year’s data, 86% of districts improved in English language arts (ELA) and 83% improved in math. Attendance also showed positive momentum, with 76% of districts reporting gains, bringing the statewide chronic absenteeism rate down to 22.8%.

The WVDE noted that testing participation remains strong, w

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