ALEKS Utah Infographic

Utah has achieved remarkable success in student math achievement, ranking among the top three states in the nation for 8th-grade math proficiency. In 2022, Utah's average 8th-grade math score was 282, which is 9 points higher than the national average. In other states scores dropped by 8 points on average.

The state leverages ALEKS®, a personalized learning software, to support math mastery. ALEKS® uses Knowledge Space Theory to tailor learning paths for students, ensuring they focus on topics they are most ready to learn. In 2022, nearly 40,000 Utah students actively used ALEKS® under the K–12 Math Personalized Learning Software Grant, spending an average of 54 minutes per week on the platform. Students who met or exceeded the recommended usage of 30–60 minutes per week were 32% more likely to score proficient on state math assessments.

ALEKS® has demonstrated a positive impact on student growth, with every additional hour of monthly usage increasing growth percentiles by nearly 2 points. Notably, low-income students in Utah showed stronger achievement growth compared to their middle- and high-income peers when using ALEKS®. Educators have identified best practices for implementing ALEKS®, such as setting competency-based goals, using the software as a supplement to classroom teaching, and personalizing instruction through real-time data.

Utah educators praise ALEKS® for its ability to provide immediate feedback, independent practice, and adaptive learning tailored to student needs. These strategies have contributed to closing learning gaps and fostering math achievement across diverse student populations.