Students’ numeracy skills in grade 5 mathematics learning

The research aims to 1) describe the numeracy ability of grade 5 students in mathematics learning; 2) describe the factors that inhibit the improvement of numeracy skills; 3) describe the teacher's efforts in improving numeracy skills. The research includes qualitative descriptive research. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. The subjects of the study include the principal, grade 5 homeroom teachers, and grade 5 students. The data validity test was carried out by source triangulation and technique triangulation. The data was analyzed using interactive analysis techniques. The stages of data analysis include data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawn. The results of the study show that: (1) The numeracy ability of the Sticky State Elementary School in 2023 is ranked at a medium level with a score of 51.72; (2.1) Grade 5 students find it difficult to understand statements and are not able to calculate; (2.2) Grade 5 students are not able to solve division calculation operation problems, (2.3) Grade 5 students are not able to use stacked division to solve division problems with large numbers; (2.4) The attitude of students who are lazy to read and try, do not understand statements, and are lazy to ask questions is an inhibiting factor in improving numeracy skills; (3) Various efforts have been made by schools and 5th grade homeroom teachers to improve students' numeracy skills. These efforts began by increasing the number of numeracy practice questions for students, providing additional assignments for students who got below average scores, and the implementation of enrichment lessons.