Academics
Metric Five
Metric 5: NCLEX-RN Pass Rates
Achieving a passing score on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) is required for certification as an RN in the State of Georgia. The Georgia Board of Nursing expects that institutions providing Nursing programs in the State of Georgia will maintain a minimum annual NCLEX-RN pass rate of 80%. The data shows the average pass rate for South Georgia State College (SGSC) Nursing students over the most recent five-year period compared to state and national averages.
| NCLEX-RN Pass Rates | SGSC | Georgia | National | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 95.00 | 87.91 | 82.80 | ||||
| 2021 | 86.67 | 85.24 | 78.78 | ||||
| 2022 | 82.26 | 82.21 | 77.93 | ||||
| 2023 | 81.69 | 91.44 | 87.76 | ||||
| 2024 | 92.00 | 93.09 | 90.63 | ||||
| 5-Year Average | 87.52 | 87.98 | 83.58 | ||||
| Source: Georgia Board of Nursing. | |||||||
Analysis and Evaluation of Metric 5
SGSC's NCLEX-RN performance demonstrates consistent achievement above the national average throughout 2020-2024, with pass rates showing distinct patterns over this period. The program began with exceptional performance in 2020 at 95.00%, exceeding both state and national averages. A gradual decline followed in 2022-2023, with rates decreasing to 81.69% while state averages improved. However, 2024 marked a significant recovery with a 92.00% pass rate, though slightly below the state average of 93.09%. The five-year average of 87.52% remains strong, closely matching Georgia's 87.98% while exceeding the national average of 83.58%. The 2024 improvement indicates successful program adjustments, though continued focus on maintaining these higher pass rates remains important for program excellence.