St. Kizito High School Namugongo has once again made headlines for the exceptional performance of its students 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 results, Mr. Ezekiel Kazibwe, the Head Teacher of St. Kizito High School Namugongo, stated that the remarkable performance of the students reflects not only their academic prowess but also the effectiveness of the school’s teaching methodologies and learning environment.
He emphasised that the school had once again affirmed its status as an academic giant, with all candidates who sat for the 2024 UACE exams achieving impressive results.
With Naggaya Patricia (HEL/ICT) obtaining 20 points, this achievement stands as a testament to the school’s exceptional academic standards. Other top-performing students included 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 reflect the hard work and dedication of students, teachers, and parents alike.
The head teacher extended his gratitude to parents and teachers for their unwavering commitment, acknowledging that the collaboration between all parties had been key to the students’ success.
He also encouraged the current Senior Six students to follow in the footsteps of their predecessors, urging them to give their best effort 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 established, St. Kizito High School Namugongo continues to be a beacon of academic achievement, inspiring future generations to reach for the stars.
Scoring the maximum 20 points in the UACE examinations is a significant accomplishment—a testament to the students’ diligence, determination, and intellectual capabilities. It demonstrates their ability to excel in challenging academic endeavours and sets a high standard for academic excellence within the school and the broader community.
The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) released the 2024 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. The number of students securing two principal passes rose to 37,935 from 28,186, while those 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 their male counterparts proportionally, with 43.7% securing three principal passes compared to 34.6% of males. Overall, 71.2% of female candidates attained at least two principal passes, surpassing the 61.1% rate among males. Despite this, the number of male candidates remained higher in absolute terms due to larger enrolment.
Performance in General Paper also improved, with 81.9% of candidates achieving grades A-E, up from 81.6% in 2023.
A growing 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.
