Local school boards are celebrating strong results on Ontario’s provincial assessments after the release of the 2025 EQAO scores. Both the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) and the Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board report improvements in reading, writing, and math across many grade levels.
The Avon Maitland District School Board saw steady progress, with all eight measures tested showing gains compared to last year. Some areas improved by as much as 11 percent. The results include reading, writing, and math assessments for Grades 3 and 6, the Grade 9 math test, and the Grade 10 Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test. The board says strong literacy and math skills are important for students throughout their lives, both in learning and daily activities. The results are just one tool to measure student achievement and are most useful when considered over time. The board will review school-level results with principals to include the information in School Learning Plans. This will help staff provide support tailored to student needs and continue building on this year’s improvements.
The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board also reported strong results. Primary students exceeded provincial averages in reading, writing, and math, with 76 percent meeting the standard in reading, 73 percent in writing, and 68 percent in math. Junior students also scored above provincial averages, with 91 percent meeting the reading standard, 92 percent in writing, and 55 percent in math.
Grade 9 students taking the destreamed math assessment performed close to the provincial average, with 52 percent meeting the standard, while 99 percent of eligible students participated, higher than the provincial rate of 96 percent. Grade 10 students completed the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test, achieving an 81 percent success rate, similar to the provincial average of 85 percent. Participation was high, with 96 percent of eligible students writing the test.
Both boards say these results reflect the hard work of students, teachers, and school staff. They remain committed to supporting learning and wellness through inclusive programs that help all students succeed. Staff will continue to use these assessments to guide classroom strategies, improve literacy and math outcomes, and ensure students receive the support they need to reach their full potential.
