Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 10
Reading

21% (2008)

6% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 83% in 2008.
Science

15% (2008)

11% (2007)
The state average for Science was 81% in 2008.
Writing

34% (2008)

17% (2007)
The state average for Writing was 88% in 2008.
Math

9% (2008)

10% (2007)
The state average for Math was 80% in 2008.
Source: CT Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
About the Tests
- In 2007-2008 Connecticut used the Connecticut Academic Performance Test (CAPT) to test students' skills in reading,
writing, science and math in grade 10.
- The CAPT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined
for each grade by the state of Connecticut.
Testing in Connecticut: An Overview
See Connecticut's state standards
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