Baramulla, May 3 -- Only nine out of 32 students cleared the Class 12 board examinations at Government Girls Higher Secondary School in Old Town Baramulla this year, marking a dismal pass percentage of just 28.
These poor results stand in stark contrast to the high scores achieved by students from other government and private schools across the district-including those from remote and economically disadvantaged areas.
School authorities attributed the abysmal performance to chronic absenteeism and a lack of classroom engagement. "Despite our consistent efforts in delivering lectures, most students remained absent during regular classes, severely affecting their preparation," said a faculty member.
The school, which has 14 sanctioned lect...