Class of 2023 Improve ACT Scores, Surpass National Averages
Monday, October 16th, 2023
The Richmond County School System Class of 2023 showed notable improvements in ACT scores. Three schools surpassed the national average and six schools maintained or increased their scores from 2022.
“We are excited to celebrate our students' strong performance on the ACT,” said Dr. Malinda Cobb, Associate Superintendent of Academic Services. “Our Class of 2023 scores show our investments and commitments are paying off. Our students continue to grow and attain the skills they need for success after high school, and our teachers and school leaders look forward to challenging our students to continue to make academic gains.”
The Academy of Richmond County (ARC), A.R. Johnson Health Science and Engineering Magnet School, and John S. Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School scored above the national average in overall ACT scores.
T.W. Josey and Lucy C. Laney Comprehensive High Schools posted their highest scores in more than four years.
ARC, T.W. Josey, Lucy C. Laney, George P. Butler Comprehensive High School, Glenn Hills Comprehensive High School, and Richmond County Technical Career Magnet School (RCTCM) improved or maintained ACT scores from 2022.
