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  Benchmark Exam Results
 
Scale: % at or above proficient

Grade 6

Literacy
 64% (2008)
 61% (2007)
 59% (2006)
 43% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 63% in 2008.

Math
 76% (2008)
 72% (2007)
 60% (2006)
 31% (2005)
The state average for Math was 72% in 2008.

Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Grade 7

Literacy
 59% (2008)
 68% (2007)
 42% (2006)
 38% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 57% in 2008.

Math
 65% (2008)
 59% (2007)
 45% (2006)
 36% (2005)
The state average for Math was 62% 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.

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  End of Course Exam Results
 
Scale: % at or above proficient

Algebra I
Data not available for this school (2008)
Data not available for this school (2007)
Data not available for this school (2006)
Data not available for this school (2005)
The state average for Algebra I was 66% in 2008.

About the tests

  • In 2007-2008 Arkansas used the End of Course Exam to test high school students in algebra I and geometry.
  • The results for End of Course Exams administered in spring 2008 are displayed on GreatSchools profiles.
  • The End of Course Exam is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined by the state of Arkansas.
  • The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Testing in Arkansas: An Overview

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