2025 CSEC results reflect both progress, ongoing challenges – Education Minister

Education Minister Priya Manickchand praised the resilience of students, teachers and parents, noting that the 2025 Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) results reflect both progress and ongoing challenges.
She attributed improvements to greater access to classrooms, trained teachers, and the provision of essential resources such as textbooks, scientific calculators, past papers, practice tests and cash grants.

These measures, she said, have contributed to higher pass and matriculation rates, providing students with more meaningful post-secondary opportunities.
The Minister emphasised that while the results mark important achievements, particularly in Region Six and among new and returning schools, the Government remains committed to supporting institutions that recorded declines or stagnation.
The Education Ministry announced the outcomes of the 2025 CSEC examinations, highlighting both significant achievements and areas for continued improvement. This year, a total of 116 secondary schools participated, reflecting the country’s strong commitment to education and academic success.
A total of 12,685 candidates were registered for the examinations, compared to 11,612 in 2024, with subject entries reaching 80,556. The preliminary analysis of results showed that the overall national pass rate at the General and Technical proficiencies for Grades One to Three remained steady at 66.76 per cent.
In reviewing the performances, 50 schools – 43 per cent – recorded improvements in their pass rates, while 12 schools maintained their previous results. However, 51 schools, representing 46 per cent, registered declines. Among the new entrants, Good Hope Secondary and Yarrowkabra Secondary sat the exams for the first time, achieving commendable pass rates of 75 per cent and 64 per cent respectively. Meanwhile, New Central High School, returning after a one-year hiatus, recorded an impressive 87 per cent pass rate, one of the strongest performances nationwide.
School gains
Several schools registered exceptional gains in their pass rates this year. Winifred Gaskin Secondary improved by 33 per cent, Novar Secondary by 27 per cent, and Golden Grove Secondary by 23 per cent. Bush Lot Secondary and Black Bush Secondary both recorded increases of 22 per cent, while Tutorial Academy advanced by 20 per cent. Other strong performers included Bygeval Secondary, Canje Secondary, Central Corentyne Secondary and Corentyne Comprehensive.
Across the country, improvements were noted among schools in multiple categories. Campbellville Secondary, Cummings Lodge Secondary, St John’s College, Tutorial High, North-West Secondary, Leguan Secondary, Leonora Secondary, Patentia Secondary, Stewartville Secondary, Covent Garden Secondary and several others all reported increases in their pass rates. Hinterland schools such as Paramakatoi Secondary, Aishalton Secondary and Nappi Secondary also recorded progress, reinforcing the Ministry’s focus on bridging educational gaps across regions. Region Six (East Berbice–Corentyne) emerged as the best-performing region, with nearly every school improving its results. Notable achievements came from Winifred Gaskin Secondary, Black Bush Secondary, Central Corentyne Secondary and Port Mourant Secondary. In Region Four, Golden Grove Secondary stood out with a 23 per cent improvement. In Georgetown, New Campbellville Secondary and Cummings Lodge Secondary also recorded notable increases of 14 per cent and 11 per cent respectively. The Ministry of Education extended congratulations to all students who participated in the 2025 CSEC examinations, and commended the dedication of teachers, administrators, and families.
The Ministry concluded that while challenges remain, the results underscore a steady improvement in Guyana’s education system.