Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 7
Science
40% (2009)
The state average for Science was 32% in 2009.
Literacy
71% (2009)
71% (2008)
64% (2007)
60% (2006)
The state average for Literacy was 63% in 2009.
Math
72% (2009)
70% (2008)
74% (2007)
58% (2006)
The state average for Math was 68% in 2009.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2008-2009
Grade 8
Literacy
81% (2009)
76% (2008)
80% (2007)
77% (2006)
The state average for Literacy was 71% in 2009.
Math
73% (2009)
73% (2008)
68% (2007)
58% (2006)
The state average for Math was 62% in 2009.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2008-2009
About the tests
- In 2008-2009 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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