Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 10
Reading

63% (2007)

54% (2006)

55% (2005)

55% (2004)
The state average for Reading was 80% in 2007.
Science

49% (2007)

41% (2006)
The state average for Science was 81% in 2007.
Writing

68% (2007)

71% (2006)

67% (2005)

72% (2004)
The state average for Writing was 82% in 2007.
Math

37% (2007)

44% (2006)

28% (2005)

32% (2004)
The state average for Math was 77% in 2007.
Source: CT Dept. of Education, 2006-2007
About the Tests
- In 2006-2007 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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