Motagara Girls Secondary School in Nyamira South Sub-County has posted impressive results in the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations. The school achieved a mean score of 7.6731, securing position 16 in Nyamira County and position 7 in Nyamira South Sub-County. Most notably, 48 out of 52 candidates qualified for university admission, reflecting a remarkable 92.31% pass rate.
Key Takeaways:
- Improved Performance: The school’s mean score went up from 6.821 in 2023 to 7.6731 in 2024.
- Good Ranking: Motagara Girls was number 7 in their sub-county.
- High University Pass Rate: Over 92% of the students can go to university.
Motagara Girls Secondary School 2024 KCSE Results Analysis
The 2024 KCSE results mark a significant improvement for Motagara Girls Secondary School compared to previous years. The school’s mean score of 7.6731 represents a positive deviation of 0.8521 points from their 2023 performance (6.821).
Looking at the three-year trend, Motagara Girls has shown consistent improvement:
Year | Mean Score |
|---|---|
2022 | 6.677 |
2023 | 6.821 |
2024 | 7.6731 |
Motagara Girls Secondary School 2024 KCSE Results Grade Distribution
The grade distribution among the 52 candidates shows concentration in the B- and C+ range:
Grade | Number of Students |
|---|---|
B- | 25 |
C+ | 15 |
C | 2 |
C- | 2 |
Total | 52 |
The school did not record any candidates in the A, A-, B+, B, D+, D, D-, or E grade categories. This distribution pattern demonstrates that most students performed above average, with the majority achieving grades that qualify for university admission.
University Qualification Analysis
With 48 students achieving grades of C+ and above, Motagara Girls Secondary School has established itself as a strong performer in Nyamira South. The 92.31% qualification rate for direct Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) university admission is particularly noteworthy.
This high qualification rate puts Motagara in an excellent position among schools in the region, especially considering they ranked 7th out of 47 schools in the sub-county.
Comparison with Other Schools in the Region
While Motagara Girls performed well, it’s worth noting that six schools from Nyamira County were not ranked in the official 2024 KCSE results due to receiving Y grades from the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC). These schools include:
- Nyamira Boys Secondary School
- Sironga Girls High School
- Nyaisa Manga Mixed Secondary School
- St. Andrews Nyamwanga D.O.K Secondary School
- Mwongori High School
- Gesiaga Secondary School
Conclusion
Motagara Girls Secondary School’s 2024 KCSE results reflect a school on an upward trajectory. The consistent improvement over the past three years shows effective teaching strategies and commitment to academic excellence. With over 90% of students qualifying for university, the school is successfully preparing its students for higher education opportunities.
The administration, teachers, and students deserve recognition for their hard work and dedication in achieving these results, particularly the significant improvement from the previous year’s performance.
