St Kizito High School Namugongo has once again made headlines for its exceptional student performance in the 2024 Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) exams.
Speaking to students and other stakeholders at the school on Friday after the release of the exams, Mr. Ezekiel Kazibwe, the Head Teacher of St Kizito High School Namugongo, said the remarkable performance of students reflects not only their academic prowess but also the effectiveness of the school’s teaching methodologies and learning environment.
He emphasized that the school had once again proven its status as an academic giant, with all candidates who sat the UACE exams in 2024 achieving impressive results.
Naggaya Patricia (HEL/ICT) obtaining 20 points is a testament to the school’s exceptional academic standards.
Among the top-performing students also were; Nyamate Babra 19 points, Kermungu Precious 19 points, Lukonele Josua 18 points, Awori Maria 18 points, Akanjuna Coleb 18 points, Makwa Josua 18 points, Namuleme Olivia 18 points, Arkangelo Baptist 18 points, Amara Christian J 18 points, Abigaba Collins 18 points and Awori Naome Jane 18 points.
These outstanding results serve as a proud reflection of the hard work and dedication of the students, teachers, and parents alike.
The head teacher further extended his gratitude to the parents and teachers for their dedicated efforts, acknowledging that the collaboration between all parties had been key to the students’ success.
He encouraged the students in Senior Six to follow in the footsteps of their predecessors, giving their all in the upcoming exams to ensure even greater achievements in the future.
The school management expressed optimism for the future, wishing all graduates success in securing excellent university placements and pursuing fulfilling careers.
With a tradition of excellence firmly in place, St. Kizito High School Namugongo continues to be a beacon of academic achievement, inspiring future generations to reach for the stars.
Scoring the maximum of 20 points in the UACE examinations is a significant accomplishment and a testament to the students’ diligence, determination, and intellectual capabilities.
It demonstrates their ability to excel in challenging academic endeavors and sets a high standard for academic excellence within the school and the broader community.
The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) released the 2024 Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) results on Friday, revealing a significant improvement in performance compared to 2023.
The exams, conducted from November 11 to December 6, 2024, saw higher pass rates at nearly all levels, reflecting better preparation and academic achievement.
A total of 54,338 candidates attained three principal passes, up from 52,630 in 2023.
Those securing two principal passes rose to 37,935 from 28,186, while the number of candidates with one principal pass also increased. Subsidiary-level passes grew from 8.4% in 2023 to 12.6% in 2024.
Female candidates continued to outperform males proportionally, with 43.7% securing three principal passes compared to 34.6% of males.
In total, 71.2% of females attained at least two principal passes, surpassing the 61.1% rate among males. Despite this, male candidates remained higher in absolute numbers due to larger enrollment.
Performance in General Paper also improved, with 81.9% of candidates achieving grades A-E, up from 81.6% in 2023.
A rising interest in sciences was noted, particularly among female candidates, with Mathematics entries increasing from 45,414 in 2023 to 58,495 in 2024.
The results reflect the positive impact of ongoing education sector reforms, paving the way for more equitable and competitive learning opportunities.