Madison Panthers See Significant IREAD Improvement

Madison’s third graders posted an 84.2% IREAD pass rate in 2025, up from 77.3% in 2024—a 6.9-point gain. Students demonstrated their P.A.W.S.: Personal Best, Accept Responsibility, Work Together, Safety Matters.

“Our students put into practice the literacy foundations taught by P-H-M’s dedicated teachers, and their families reinforced that learning at home. I also thank our principals, administrators, and support staff who worked tirelessly to provide the best and safest learning environments so our students could excel.” — Superintendent Dr. Heather Short

District-wide, the pass rate increased by 6.9 points to 93.7% proficiency—the best growth in P-H-M history.

Click here for more information on P-H-M’s overall 2025 IREAD district success.

Our Panthers are ready to keep climbing in 2025–26.