NSMQ 2024 Day 2: Top Runners-Up Rankings as Schools Vie for One-Eighth Stage Slots

Ferdinand | EducationGhana |  October 15|  NSMQ 2024 Day 2: Top Runners-Up Rankings as Schools Vie for One-Eighth Stage Slots

 After Day 2 of the NSMQ 2024 preliminary stage, the top runners-up rankings reveal a heated battle for one-eighth stage qualification. With rankings changing daily, see which schools are currently in contention.

As the 31st edition of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) continues to captivate Ghana, Day 2 of the preliminary stage has concluded with intense competition among the participating schools.

The race for one-eighth stage qualification remains tight, with the top runners-up rankings changing each day as new schools compete.

The evolving leaderboard shows the most outstanding performances from the preliminary stage so far, with only eight of the highest-scoring runners-up set to proceed to the next stage after all contests are completed.

Day 2 – Top Runners-Up Rankings (October 15, 2024)

1. Kadjebi-Asato SHS – 44 points
2. Hohoe E.P. SHS – 44 points
3. West Africa SHS – 42 points
4. Zion College – 40 points
5. Assin Manso SHS – 40 points
6. New Juaben SHS – 39 points
7. Kpando SHS – 38 points
8. Notre Dame Seminary SHS – 38 points

These rankings represent the current standing of the top runners-up as of Day 2, but the list remains fluid.

As new schools participate in the preliminary contests, the standings will shift, potentially pushing some schools out of the top eight and elevating others into qualifying positions.

It’s a dynamic competition where every point matters, making each contest critical for securing a spot in the next round.

Qualification Dynamics: A Race Against Time

With several days of preliminary contests remaining, schools must consistently perform at their best to remain in contention. Kadjebi-Asato SHS and Hohoe E.P. SHS are currently leading with 44 points each, while West Africa SHS and Zion College trail closely.

The 40-point tie between Assin Manso SHS and Zion College adds an extra layer of suspense to the rankings. Below them, schools like New Juaben SHS and those in the 38-point cluster—Kpando SHS, Notre Dame Seminary SHS, Fafraha Community SHS, and Assin State College—are on the edge, fighting to stay within the top eight.

The standings will continue to evolve as additional preliminary stage results come in, leading to daily changes in the rankings. By the end of the preliminary stage, only the final top eight runners-up will join the group winners at the one-eighth stage.

Encouragement for All Participants

The NSMQ is not just about advancing to the next stage; it’s about showcasing academic excellence, learning, and celebrating Ghanaian educational talent.

For the schools currently in the runners-up list, the journey continues, but for those who may not make it, their hard work, courage, and dedication are commendable. Participating in this prestigious quiz has already made a statement about their commitment to knowledge and growth.

What Lies Ahead

As the preliminary stage progresses, schools have everything to fight for. The rankings will change daily as new contests are completed, keeping the competition alive and unpredictable. The final list of the eight top runners-up will be confirmed once all the preliminary contests are over, and they will proceed to the one-eighth stage alongside the group winners. Congratulations to the current top runners-up and best wishes to all the competing schools as they give it their all in the days ahead.