National Grade Six Assessment Results 2024; The National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) results for 2024 have been released, giving a report on the candidates’ performance in the assessment. The NGSA is a significant in the education system in Guyana as it determines the placement of students in secondary schools. The assessment is written by thousands of students across the country, and the results are eagerly awaited by students, parents, and educators.
According to the results released, there has been a significant increase in the pass rates for English Language, Mathematics, and Social Studies. The Ministry of Education announced that there was an overall increase in the percentage of candidates scoring 50% and above in English. Similarly, there was a slight increase in the number of candidates who scored over 50% in Mathematics and English. Additionally, there was a significant increase in passes over 50% in Social Studies. The results were announced on Thursday, July 4th, by the Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, at a ceremony held at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre.
The NGSA is an essential assessment that determines the future of students in Guyana. The results of the assessment are used to place students in secondary schools across the country. The assessment covers four subjects: Mathematics, English Language, Science and Social Studies. The results of the NGSA are eagerly awaited by students, parents, and educators as it determine the future of the students. The Ministry of Education has been working hard to improve the education system in Guyana, and the results of the NGSA are a testament to their efforts.
Overview of National Grade Six Assessment
Purpose of the Examination
The National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) is a standardized examination that is administered to students in Guyana at the end of their primary education. The purpose of the examination is to evaluate the students’ readiness for secondary education and to provide them with an opportunity to gain entry into the secondary school of their choice. The NGSA is a high-stakes examination, as the results determine which secondary school the students will attend.
Structure and Content
The NGSA is a two-day examination that is administered in May each year. The examination consists of four papers: Mathematics, English Language, Science, and Social Studies. Each paper is two hours long, and the questions are designed to test the students’ knowledge and understanding of the concepts and skills that they have learned throughout their primary education.
The Mathematics paper consists of multiple-choice and short-answer questions that cover topics such as arithmetic, geometry, and algebra. The English Language paper consists of multiple-choice and short-answer questions that test the students’ reading comprehension, grammar, and writing skills. The Science paper consists of multiple-choice and short-answer questions that cover topics such as biology, chemistry, and physics. The Social Studies paper consists of multiple-choice and short-answer questions that test the students’ knowledge of history, geography, and civics.
The NGSA is graded on a scale of 0-136, with a score of 136 being the highest possible score. The scores are used to determine the students’ placement in secondary school, with the highest-scoring students being placed in the most academically rigorous schools. The NGSA results are released to schools in July each year and are available online for parents and students to access.
Performance Analysis
Overall Results
The National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) results for 2024 have been released, with 15,285 candidates sitting for the examination. Alisha Scheller of Success Elementary School on the East Bank of Demerara (EBD) emerged as the top performer with 503.34 marks, securing a place at Queen’s College [1][2]. The overall performance of candidates showed significant improvement in comparison to previous years, with a higher percentage of students scoring above 50% in all subjects [4].
Subject-Wise Breakdown
The NGSA 2024 results have shown remarkable improvements in three key subject areas: Mathematics, Social Studies, and English [5]. The percentage of students scoring above 50% in Mathematics increased from 49.8% in 2023 to 53.9% in 2024. Similarly, the percentage of students scoring above 50% in Social Studies increased from 69.9% in 2023 to 73.8% in 2024. The percentage of students scoring above 50% in English also increased from 58.7% in 2023 to 62.3% in 2024 [5].
Comparative Performance (Previous Years)
The NGSA results for 2024 showed an overall improvement in the performance of candidates in comparison to previous years. The percentage of students scoring above 50% in Mathematics, Social Studies, and English increased by 4.1%, 3.9%, and 3.6% respectively, in comparison to 2023 [5]. The results also showed a decrease in the number of students scoring below 30% in all subjects, indicating that more students are achieving a basic level of proficiency in all subjects [4].
Overall, the NGSA 2024 results have shown a positive trend in the performance of candidates in comparison to previous years, with improvements in all subjects and a higher percentage of students scoring above 50% in Mathematics, Social Studies, and English.
Implications and Next Steps
Impact on Secondary Education Placement
The National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) is a crucial exam that determines the placement of students in secondary schools in Guyana. The results of the NGSA 2024 have been released, and it is essential to understand the implications of these results on secondary education placement.
The results of the NGSA 2024 show that 15,285 candidates wrote the exam, and only about 800 students can be placed into institutions traditionally categorized as “top schools” such as Queen’s College, Bishop’s, Rose’s, etc. The rest of the students will be placed in other secondary schools.
The NGSA results have a significant impact on the students’ future education and career prospects. Students who are placed in top schools have more opportunities to excel and access higher education. On the other hand, students who are placed in other secondary schools may face more challenges in accessing higher education and career opportunities.
Recommendations for Educators
The NGSA results provide valuable insights for educators to improve the quality of education in Guyana. Educators can use the NGSA results to identify areas of strengths and weaknesses in the students’ performance and tailor their teaching methods accordingly.
To improve the quality of education, educators should focus on developing students’ critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills. These skills are essential for success in higher education and the workplace.
Moreover, educators should provide students with more opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities such as sports, music, and art. These activities help students develop social skills, teamwork, and leadership skills, which are essential for success in all areas of life.
In conclusion, the NGSA results have significant implications for secondary education placement in Guyana. Educators should use the results to improve the quality of education and provide students with more opportunities to develop essential skills outside of the classroom.