DDSB EQAO results for 2025-2026 show strong literacy achievement in several grades, while mathematics remains an area where the Durham District School Board says targeted support is still needed.
The board’s summary says 85 per cent of Grade 6 students met the provincial standard in reading and 84 per cent met it in writing. Among Grade 3 students, 73 per cent met the reading standard and 66 per cent met the writing standard.
The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test success rate remained at 86 per cent, according to the board. Grade 6 French Immersion students posted particularly strong results, with 94 per cent meeting the standard in both reading and writing.
Mathematics remains a DDSB focus
Grade 6 mathematics improved slightly, with 48 per cent of students meeting the provincial standard. The Grade 9 mathematics result remained stable at 58 per cent.
DDSB says mathematics achievement continues to require focused support, particularly for multilingual language learners and students with Individual Education Plans.
The board also identified progress among students receiving special education supports. Results improved in Grade 3 reading, writing and mathematics, as well as Grade 6 reading and writing.
For multilingual language learners, Grade 6 literacy results improved to 61 per cent meeting the reading standard and 59 per cent meeting the writing standard. The board says achievement gaps remain, despite gains in several assessments.
How the results will be used
EQAO assessments are one measure used to understand student learning. DDSB says the results are reviewed with classroom assessments, educator observations and other system data when schools plan instruction and supports.
The board says its approach includes evidence-based instruction, structured literacy, targeted mathematics strategies and data-informed tools that help identify student strengths and needs. Responsive interventions for students who require additional help are also part of the plan.
The results cover provincial assessments administered during the 2025-2026 school year. Detailed school and provincial information is available through the Education Quality and Accountability Office.
Families comparing percentages should note that the board describes the figures as part of a broader picture of learning rather than a complete measure of any student, class or school.
Sources
Results and the board’s response are from the Durham District School Board’s EQAO summary. Daily Durham reported the highlights on October 3, 2026.
