Fulton County Schools post gains in math, science and social studies on 2025-26 Georgia Milestones

Fulton County Schools students improved their scores in every tested subject on the 2025-26 Georgia Milestones assessments, according to results released by the Georgia Department of Education — but families waiting on English Language Arts data will have to wait a little longer.

Districtwide performance improved in mathematics, science and social studies compared to the previous year, according to fultonschools.org.

Student growth in mathematics remained strong, with several grade levels exceeding state benchmarks for Typical or High Growth, according to the district.

The one gap in the scorecard: English Language Arts results have been deferred until fall because of a new assessment being introduced in that subject. The district has not specified a release date.

District leaders including Board President Kristin McCabe and Superintendent Dr. Mike Looney highlighted the contributions of teachers, staff, students and families in the results, while also acknowledging ongoing work ahead, according to fultonschools.org. An executive summary with grade-level and subject-by-subject detail is available on the FCS website.

Why it matters — For the roughly 100,000 students and families in Fulton County Schools, these results offer the clearest annual snapshot of whether the district's academic programs are working — and where gaps remain heading into the next school year.

⚠ Based on a single source (fultonschools.org). Independently unverified — details may change.

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