The percentage of Georgia's 11th-graders passing the state's high school graduation test is on the rise, and Richmond County's school system might reveal local results today.

Statewide, the increasing pass rate on the Georgia High School Graduation Test means fewer students are struggling to grasp basic concepts in math, English, science and social studies, schools Superintendent Kathy Cox told the state school board Wednesday.

All high school students have to pass the test to get a diploma in Georgia. Students first take the test as a high school junior and can retake it as many times as they need.

A Richmond County educator told The Chronicle Wednesday night that some local results could be released as early as today.

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