All students who sat for their O’Levels have received their results via SMS.

Meanwhile, general statistics on the Secondary Education Certificate (SEC) Level Examinations present comprehensive data on the performance of candidates in various subjects. This data includes the total number of candidates who took each subject and the distribution of candidates across different grade boundaries.

For the 2024 examinations, a total of 5,294 registrations were recorded. The statistics offer insights into student performance and subject popularity, aiding in the assessment and improvement of educational strategies.

Analysis of SEC examination results for 2024

Mathematics

A total of 4,622 students sat for the SEC Mathematics examination. The grade distribution is as follows:

– Grade 1: 287 students (6.2%)

– Grade 2: 359 students (7.8%)

– Grade 3: 517 students (11.2%)

– Grade 4: 618 students (13.4%)

– Grade 5: 614 students (13.3%)

– Grade 6: 437 students (9.5%)

– Grade 7: 402 students (8.7%)

– Unclassified (U): 999 students (21.6%)

– Absent: 389 students (8.4%)

The data reveals that a significant portion of students, 21.6%, were unclassified, suggesting a considerable number of students struggled with the examination. The majority of students scored between grades 3 and 5, indicating a moderate level of proficiency in Mathematics. The high percentage of absentees (8.4%) also warrants further investigation.

Maltese

A total of 3,968 students participated in the SEC Maltese examination. The grade distribution is as follows:

– Grade 1: 152 students (3.8%)

– Grade 2: 485 students (12.2%)

– Grade 3: 556 students (14.0%)

– Grade 4: 809 students (20.4%)

– Grade 5: 541 students (13.6%)

– Grade 6: 141 students (3.6%)

– Grade 7: 152 students (3.8%)

– Unclassified (U): 925 students (23.3%)

– Absent: 207 students (5.2%)

The Maltese exam results show a high percentage of unclassified students at 23.3%, similar to Mathematics. A notable concentration of students achieving a grade 4 (20.4%) indicates an average performance trend. The lower percentages in grades 1, 6, and 7 suggest fewer students achieving at the extreme ends of the performance spectrum.

English language

A total of 4,519 students sat for the SEC English Language examination. The grade distribution is as follows:

– Grade 1: 167 students (3.7%)

– Grade 2: 531 students (11.8%)

– Grade 3: 897 students (19.8%)

– Grade 4: 765 students (16.9%)

– Grade 5: 832 students (18.4%)

– Grade 6: 273 students (6.0%)

– Grade 7: 177 students (3.9%)

– Unclassified (U): 699 students (15.5%)

– Absent: 178 students (3.9%)

The English Language exam results demonstrate a substantial distribution across grades 3 to 5, with grade 3 being the most common at 19.8%. The unclassified rate is lower than Mathematics and Maltese at 15.5%, suggesting relatively better performance. However, the higher percentages in the middle grades reflect a moderate level of proficiency among the majority.

English literature

A total of 3,023 students took the SEC English Literature examination. The grade distribution is as follows:

– Grade 1: 133 students (4.4%)

– Grade 2: 333 students (11.0%)

– Grade 3: 443 students (14.7%)

– Grade 4: 558 students (18.5%)

– Grade 5: 378 students (12.5%)

– Grade 6: 94 students (3.1%)

– Grade 7: 63 students (2.1%)

– Unclassified (U): 700 students (23.1%)

– Absent: 321 students (10.6%)

English Literature results show the highest percentage of unclassified students at 23.1%, indicating difficulties in this subject. The majority of students scored between grades 2 and 5, with grade 4 being the most common at 18.5%. The high absentee rate of 10.6% is notable and could be due to various factors needing further exploration.

Physics

A total of 3,393 students participated in the SEC Physics examination. The grade distribution is as follows:

– Grade 1: 251 students (7.4%)

– Grade 2: 304 students (9.0%)

– Grade 3: 443 students (13.1%)

– Grade 4: 510 students (15.0%)

– Grade 5: 451 students (13.3%)

– Grade 6: 232 students (6.8%)

– Grade 7: 189 students (5.6%)

– Unclassified (U): 873 students (25.7%)

– Absent: 140 students (4.1%)

The Physics exam had the highest unclassified rate at 25.7%, suggesting significant challenges in this subject. Most students scored between grades 3 and 5, with a notable number achieving grade 4 (15.0%). The relatively high percentage of top performers (grades 1 and 2) indicates that while many struggled, a good number of students excelled.

General observations

Across these subjects, there is a recurring theme of a substantial number of students being unclassified, highlighting potential areas for improvement in teaching methodologies or examination preparation. The performance distribution suggests a predominant trend of moderate proficiency among students, with fewer students achieving the highest or lowest grades.

Addressing the high rates of absenteeism and unclassified results could be key areas for educational authorities to focus on to improve overall student performance.