| Summary: | Social and linguistic environments influence proficiency in English. Hence, proficiency in the English language is a product of contextual factors. The significance of these environmental factors is palpable in the learning and teaching of the English language in schools. This paper, therefore, examined the extent to which social and linguistic factors influenced language proficiency in selected secondary schools in Owerri, Nigeria. The instrument for data collection was a questionnaire employed in getting effective response from English teachers in the schools. The correlation analysis using Pearson Product moment and normal P-P plot for regression standard residual was employed for the analysis of variables in the questionnaire. Results indicated that social and linguistic factors were highly significant in relation to proficiency in English. Thus, predicators variables influenced proficiency in English. Based on the findings, the researchers conclude that social and linguistic factors play crucial roles in proficiency in the English language at the secondary school level. Therefore, a conducive environment can help students to overcome major challenges in learning English.
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