2024–25 CAASPP Results: How Is California Performing?

Each year, the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) measures how well students in grades 3–8 and grade 11 are meeting state standards in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. The 2024–25 results continue to paint a mixed picture of California's K–12 education system.

Key Findings from 2024–25

While specific 2024–25 figures are pending final CDE publication, trends from recent cycles show that roughly half of California students meet or exceed the ELA standard, while math proficiency continues to lag — typically with 35–40% of students meeting grade-level benchmarks statewide. Post-pandemic recovery has been uneven: urban districts have shown slower rebound than suburban counterparts, and learning loss in elementary math remains a documented concern. (Verify final 2024–25 percentages at caaspp.cde.ca.gov when released.)

Persistent Achievement Gaps

• English learners: proficiency rates roughly 25–30 points below the state average
• Students from low-income families: approximately 30 percentage points below non-low-income peers in math
• Students with disabilities: largest gaps, often 40+ points below the overall average
• African American and Hispanic students: gap-closing progress, but still significantly below Asian and White peers

What the Test Actually Measures

CAASPP uses the Smarter Balanced Assessments, which test critical thinking and application rather than simple recall. Students read complex passages, analyze arguments, solve multi-step math problems, and write explanatory essays. Many students who perform well in class struggle with the format — and vice versa.

How Tutoring Can Help

A tutor who understands the Smarter Balanced format can make a measurable difference. Unlike general homework help, targeted CAASPP prep focuses on the specific reasoning and writing skills the test rewards. If your child's CAASPP scores fell below the 'Standard Met' level, summer and fall tutoring is the most effective time to close that gap before the next school year accelerates.