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This blog post features information on the IEB Top Achievers 2023, top achievers, including the overall achievement rate, schools that performed best, and insights from some of the successful students. In a remarkable display of academic excellence, the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) announced the outstanding results of the matric class of 2023.
Shining Stars: IEB Matric Top Achievers 2023
1. Overall Pass Rate
The IEB matric class of 2023 exhibited an impressive overall pass rate of 98.46%, showcasing a slight improvement from the previous year. This accomplishment reflects the dedication and hard work of students across the country.
2. St. John’s College: A 100% Pass Rate
St. John’s College emerged as one of the top-performing schools, achieving a perfect 100% pass rate. The institution takes pride in its legacy of academic achievement, and the matric class of 2023 has once again upheld this tradition.
3. Breakdown of Pass Levels
- Degree Pass: 88.59% of students achieved a degree pass, demonstrating their academic prowess. While this figure is slightly lower than 2022, it remains commendable.
- Diploma Pass: 8.31% of students secured a diploma pass, indicating a well-rounded performance. This marks an increase from the previous year.
- Higher Certificate Pass: 1.57% of students achieved a higher certificate pass, maintaining the same level as 2022.
4. Increase of Candidates and New Schools
The number of students who participated in the IEB examinations in October and November 2023 witnessed a significant increase. With 15,186 students, including 17 new schools and 960 candidates writing the IEB for the first time in 2023, the participation situation expanded.
Quality Assurance and Integrity
Umalusi, a quality assurance organization, played a key role in maintaining the integrity of IEB examinations. The comprehensive process involved the administration of question papers, review of marking, and standardization of marks, ensuring that national standards are met.
The Independent Examinations Board (IEB) matrics of 2023 have maintained their 98% and above pass rate of 98.46% – slightly higher than the 98.42% achieved in 2022.
According to the report, every candidate who wrote the IEB exams passed, allowing them to enroll in one of three levels of post-secondary education:
– 88.59% of the cohort were able to enrol in a degree programme.
– 8.31% were eligible to begin a diploma programme.
– 1.57% of applicants were accepted to study for a Higher Certificate.
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