The FAST tests are given to students three times over the school year, but only the last one counts toward school accountability.

About 16,238 third graders failed South Carolina reading tests last year. That number has been nearly cut in half.

Data released by the Governor’s Office shows statewide improvements in language arts, math, science, and history ...

In 2023, only 49% of 3rd-graders scored a 3 or higher on the FAST assessment. But that rose to 54% in 2024, and it increased again this year to 57%. District third-grade reading scores now match ...