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  Benchmark Exam Results
 
Scale: % at or above proficient

Grade 7

Literacy
 54% (2008)
 50% (2007)
 53% (2006)
 56% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 57% in 2008.

Math
 46% (2008)
 50% (2007)
 50% (2006)
 44% (2005)
The state average for Math was 62% in 2008.

Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Grade 8

Literacy
 48% (2008)
 57% (2007)
 73% (2006)
 39% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 67% in 2008.

Math
 44% (2008)
 45% (2007)
 43% (2006)
 17% (2005)
The state average for Math was 56% in 2008.

Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Grade 11

Literacy
 33% (2008)
 46% (2007)
 42% (2006)
 39% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 51% 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
 52% (2008)
 58% (2007)
 72% (2006)
 59% (2005)
The state average for Algebra I was 66% in 2008.

Geometry
 48% (2008)
 64% (2007)
 54% (2006)
 42% (2005)
The state average for Geometry was 60% 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

See Arkansas' state standards

Compare with test results from nearby schools  

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