Academic Assessments
Proof of Progress with Assessments
At multiple points throughout the school year, all St. Catherine of Siena School students completed STAR assessments to monitor student progress and benchmark growth. For those that are not familiar with this benchmark testing application, this adaptive testing program provides our teachers with more detailed information on students’ progress as a means to better inform instruction and allow our school to target our curriculum in a very direct way.
“While we feel for every family and the challenges that they have faced throughout the pandemic, our Catholic schools have not experienced a stunt in student growth. Through the dedication of our teachers and the partnerships we hold dear with our parents and families, Catholic school students are thriving both academically and spiritually.”
~ Dr. Katie Perata, Executive Director of Catholic Schools
Celebrating Academic Excellence at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School
January 2025
At St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School, we have always been committed to academic excellence, faith formation, and community building. We are thrilled to share exciting news about our students’ outstanding performance in the latest STAR Testing assessment results compared to the local public school CAASPP scores for 2024.
The results are clear: St. Catherine students are achieving at the highest academic levels in our region!
How St. Catherine Stands Out
Our students’ scores demonstrate that Catholic education provides a distinct academic advantage, preparing them for high school and beyond. Here are some key highlights from our 2024 Reading and Math proficiency results:
Reading Achievement
- 6th Grade leads the way with an incredible 89% proficiency, the highest in the region.
- 7th and 8th Grade students achieved 85% proficiency, surpassing all local public middle schools in Vallejo, Benicia, American Canyon, and Green Valley.
- Our 5th graders average 59% proficiency and perform higher than all our local Vallejo schools and are competitive with Benicia elementary schools.
Math Success
- Our 3rd, 4th and 7th graders exceeded 60% proficiency, outperforming nearly all local public schools.
- We consistently score higher than all Vallejo public schools across all grade levels.
- Our middle school students are competitive with top Benicia, American Canyon, and Green Valley schools, proving that we are preparing them well for future success in high school and beyond.
Why This Matters
These results confirm the impact of a faith-based, rigorous, and student-centered education. At St. Catherine, we go beyond test scores—we nurture the whole child by fostering academic excellence, leadership, character, and faith.
- Smaller class sizes allow for individualized attention and targeted instruction.
- Dedicated and passionate teachers create an environment where students are challenged and supported.
A Christ-centered curriculum shapes students into confident learners and compassionate leaders
A Community Effort
This achievement is a testament to the incredible dedication of our students, teachers, and families.
- To our students—your hard work and commitment to excellence inspire us every day.
- To our faculty and staff—your passion and dedication make all the difference in shaping young minds.
- To our families—your partnership in faith and education is essential to our students’ success.
Looking to the Future
As we enter enrollment season, this is a time to reflect on why families choose a Catholic education—for its strong academics, values-based learning, and nurturing community. Our 2024 academic performance is proof that St. Catherine provides the best possible foundation for our students’ future success.
We are proud of our school, our students, and the entire St. Catherine community. Let’s continue to grow, celebrate, and achieve together!
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