Case Study in Broward County, Florida: Historic Gains in Biology and ELA
South Plantation High School in Broward County, Florida, is redefining what’s possible with focused instruction, high expectations, and data-driven support. In just one semester, the school saw double-digit proficiency gains in two state-tested subjects—Biology and English Language Arts (ELA)—by implementing Progress Learning in targeted grade-level courses.
Beginning in January 2025, South Plantation introduced Progress Learning in its 9th grade Biology and 10th grade ELA classrooms. The results were immediate. Despite the compressed timeline, students—especially English Language Learners—achieved historic levels of success. The school credits Progress Learning’s assessment tools, personalized study plans, and mastery tracking with helping students visualize and own their progress.
Key outcomes from South Plantation’s Progress Learning implementation include:
- A 13-point increase in 9th grade Biology EOC proficiency—from 59% to 72%
- An 11-point increase in 10th grade FAST ELA Reading PM3 scores—from 50% to 61%
- Multiple ELL students scoring at Level 5 on the Biology EOC, demonstrating mastery
- High-volume engagement: 3,700+ assessments completed in Biology and over 2,200 assignments completed in ELA in just 5 months
- Motivation driven by Green Dots and Ribbons, encouraging students to track and celebrate progress through visual cues
This focused, spring-semester implementation shows how even mid-year adoption of Progress Learning can lead to measurable, equity-driven academic gains. South Plantation’s success proves that with the right tools and strategies, all students can grow—and many can exceed expectations.
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