The Maryland State Department of Education released the 2023-2024 MCAP results, showing slight increases in student proficiency in English Language Arts (ELA) and math statewide. Despite this progress, Maryland State Superintendent Dr. Carey Wright and Board of Education President Dr. Joshua Michael expressed dissatisfaction, emphasizing the need for significant improvements. ELA proficiency rose marginally to 48.4% from 47.9% in the previous year, but Wright noted that the increase was not as substantial as hoped. Both officials stressed the need to refocus on fundamental educational goals and ensure effective teaching and learning.
