Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 3
Literacy
81% (2008)
43% (2007)
74% (2006)
59% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 64% in 2008.
Math
87% (2008)
80% (2007)
81% (2006)
74% (2005)
The state average for Math was 79% in 2008.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 4
Literacy
77% (2008)
83% (2007)
71% (2006)
75% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 67% in 2008.
Math
85% (2008)
85% (2007)
73% (2006)
77% (2005)
The state average for Math was 74% in 2008.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 5
Literacy
85% (2008)
68% (2007)
73% (2006)
49% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 64% in 2008.
Math
84% (2008)
69% (2007)
72% (2006)
60% (2005)
The state average for Math was 67% in 2008.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
About the tests
- In 2007-2008 Arkansas used the Benchmark Exam to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in literacy and grades 3 through 8 in math.
- The Benchmark Exam is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Arkansas.
- The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
Testing in Arkansas: An Overview
See Arkansas' state standards
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