KNEC CEO David Njengere has defended the recent 2025 KCSE results for students in sub-county schools, arguing that direct comparisons with national schools are unfair due to significant differences in student "entry behavior." He emphasized that the focus should be on resource allocation rather than criticism.

• Njengere cited the current placement system where national schools admit students scoring 400 marks and above in KCPE, while sub-county schools largely enroll those scoring 200 marks or below.
• Despite lower average grades, 13% of sub-county learners in 2025 achieved a grade of C+ or higher, meeting the minimum university entry requirement.
• Speaking on Citizen TV on Tuesday, January 20, Njengere stated, "If we put more resources in those schools, there is no reason why a child should fail."