A total of 246 students from public and private high schools in Grand Kru County joined thousands of twelve-graders nationwide as the 2026 national examinations officially get underway on Monday, June 1.
Statistics released by county education authorities showed that public schools account for 216 candidates, comprising 96 males and 120 females, while the private school category contributes 30 candidates, including 16 males and 14 females.
Among the public institutions, Barclayville Central High School recorded the highest number of candidates, presenting 102 students, including 41 males and 61 females.
Garraway Central High School registered 21 candidates, while Wedabo Central High School submitted nine candidates, P. G. Wollor High School presented 31 students, consisting of 14 males and 17 females.
Buah Central High School and Sass Town High School, each registered 22 candidates.
Buah Central High School enrollment includes eight males and 14 females, while Sass Town High School registered 13 males and nine females.
Sanford Dennis High School recorded nine candidates, comprising four males and five females.
In the private school category, J. J. Dickson High School registered 30 candidates, including 16 males and 14 females.
Overall, the county presented 112 male candidates, and 134 female candidates, bringing the total participation in the 2026 national examinations to 246 students.
As the examinations commence nationwide, education authorities, school administrators, parents, and community leaders, have encouraged candidates to remain focused, disciplined and confident throughout the testing period.
The West African Senior School Certificate Examinations represent a significant academic milestone for graduating high school students, and serve as a gateway to higher education and future career opportunities.