THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 9, 2026 Page 3 PCSS I one of state’s top performing schools: outpaces averages, exceeds prepandemic performance and among top performers in Grade 10 English & math Special to Th e Advocate P ioneer Charter School of Science (PCSS I) outpaced statewide averages on every 2026 MCAS test at every grade level, and is one of only 11 districts in Massachusetts to fully recover to pre-pandemic (2019) performance levels in Grade 10 reading and math. PCSS placed in the top 10% among all schools statewide on Grade 10 math and English exams. “We are extremely proud of our PCSS students and staff for their consistent hard work and determination. We have seen the tremendous growth in our students both personally and academically that resulted in these high achievements,” said PCSS I CEO Barish Icin. “From our staff to our students and their families, this accomplishment is shared by everyone in the PCSS community.” For Grades 3-8, 59% of PCSS students scored profi cient in English and 69% in math — both exceeding statewide averages. PCSS closed the COVID learning gap in Grades 3-8 math and science and has nearly closed it in English. The school maintained its strong academic record in Grade 10 science, with 68% of students meeting or exceeding standards and surpassing the statewide average of 41%. In Grades 5 and 8, 70% of PCSS students met or exceeded expectations — far surpassing pre-pandemic performance. MCAS scores are available online at https://profi les.doe.mass. edu/statereport/mcas.aspx Serving a high-need population of students, PCSS continues to close academic gaps, ensuring historically underserved subgroups continue to achieve and grow at higher rates in charter public schools, with the performance gap between charters and traditional school districts expanding in size compared to last year. Through a rigorous curriculum with an emphasis on About Pioneer Charter School of Science With schools in Everett (PCSS I) and Saugus (PCSS II), Pioneer Charter School of Science off ers a rigorous academic curriculum emphasizing math, science, and analytical thinking skills balanced by a strong foundation in the humanities. The school provides extended days/hours and career-oriented college preparation. Students must pass fi ve math and five science classes to graduate — more than state standards — and students must complete 40 hours of community service. The school has a 195-day school “WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY Book online: Maldenauto.com 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available calendar, extended days, afterschool tutoring and “voluntary” Saturday classes for students who need extra help. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM
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