Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Report Second Consecutive Year of Academic Improvement
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) has reported its 2025-26 test scores, indicating an increase in overall grade-level proficiency for the second year in a row across all content areas. This academic improvement includes gains in reading, math, and high school graduation rates.
Charlotte, NC, September 2, 2026 — Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) has announced its 2025-26 test scores, marking the second consecutive year of notable academic progress across the district. The reported data indicates a consistent rise in overall grade-level proficiency, with improvements observed in all measured content areas.
The latest scores reflect positive trends in fundamental academic subjects, including reading and mathematics. This sustained improvement suggests a potentially effective trajectory for student learning and achievement within the district’s educational programs.
In addition to gains in core subjects, CMS has also reported an increase in high school graduation rates for the 2025-26 academic year. This development indicates a broader positive impact on student success, extending through the critical high school years and contributing to improved overall educational outcomes for the district.
Further details regarding the specific metrics for proficiency increases, the particular tests administered, or the exact percentages of improvement were not immediately available in the provided summary. However, the reporting confirms a general upward trend in student performance across reading, math, and graduation rates for the second year running.
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