53% of SC students meet reading, writing expectations; 42% in math; new Palmetto Math Project launched.

South Carolina students show mixed progress in reading, writing, and math, with 53% meeting grade-level expectations in reading and writing, but only 42% in math. The Palmetto Math Project, a new program focusing on low-performing schools and individualized learning, aims to improve math scores. The state's educator shortage, particularly in math-intensive subjects, is a significant factor in the scores falling short.

August 16, 2024
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