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  GHSGT Results
 
Scale: % at or above passing

Grade 11

Social Studies
 87% (2007)
The state average for Social Studies was 87% in 2007.

Science
 71% (2007)
 72% (2006)
 65% (2005)
The state average for Science was 75% in 2007.

English Language Arts
 95% (2007)
 94% (2006)
 91% (2005)
 93% (2004)
The state average for English Language Arts was 96% in 2007.

Math
 89% (2007)
 91% (2006)
 89% (2005)
 90% (2004)
The state average for Math was 93% in 2007.

Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

About the Tests

  • In 2006-2007 Georgia administered the Georgia High School Graduation Test (GHSGT) in English language arts, math, science and social studies to students in grade 11.
  • The GHSGT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia.
  • Students must pass all parts of the GHSGT in order to graduate from high school.
  • The goal is for all students to pass the test.

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  GHSGT Results By Subgroup
 
The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.

Scale: % at or above passing

Grade 11
Social StudiesThis School
All Students87%
Female87%
Male87%
Black82%
Asian100%
Hispanic69%
Multiracialn/a
Native American/Alaskan Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilities44%
Students without disabilities91%
Limited English proficient60%

ScienceThis School
All Students71%
Female69%
Male73%
Black57%
Asian100%
Hispanic52%
Multiracialn/a
Native American/Alaskan Nativen/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged60%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Students with disabilities35%
Students without disabilities74%
Limited English proficient40%

English Language ArtsThis School
All Students95%
Female95%
Male95%
Black92%
Asian100%
Hispanic86%
Multiracialn/a
Native American/Alaskan Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Students with disabilities63%
Students without disabilities98%
Limited English proficient80%

MathThis School
All Students89%
Female88%
Male89%
Black82%
Asian100%
Hispanic87%
Multiracialn/a
Native American/Alaskan Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Students with disabilities39%
Students without disabilities94%
Limited English proficient90%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

About the Tests

  • In 2006-2007 Georgia administered the Georgia High School Graduation Test (GHSGT) in English language arts, math, science and social studies to students in grade 11.
  • The GHSGT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia.
  • The different student groups are identified by the Georgia Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.
  • Students must pass all parts of the GHSGT in order to graduate from high school.
  • The goal is for all students to pass the test.

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  GHSWT Results
 
Scale: % passing

Grade 11

Writing
 90% (2007)
 88% (2006)
The state average for Writing was 91% in 2007.

Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

About the Tests

  • In 2006-2007 Georgia administered the Georgia High School Writing Test (GHSWT) to students in grade 11.
  • The GHSWT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia.
  • Students must pass the GHSWT in order to graduate from high school.
  • The goal is for all students to pass the test.

Testing in Georgia: An Overview

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  GHSWT Results By Subgroup
 
The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.

Scale: % passing

Grade 11
WritingThis School
All Students90%
Female93%
Male87%
Black86%
Asiann/a
Hispanic74%
Multiracialn/a
Native American/Alaskan Nativen/a
White98%
Economically disadvantaged83%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Students with disabilities46%
Students without disabilities94%
Limited English proficient60%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

About the Tests

  • In 2006-2007 Georgia administered the Georgia High School Writing Test (GHSWT) to students in grade 11.
  • The GHSWT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia.
  • The different student groups are identified by the Georgia Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.
  • Students must pass the GHSWT in order to graduate from high school.
  • The goal is for all students to pass the test.

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  EOCT Results
 
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

Algebra I
 74% (2007)
 60% (2006)
 67% (2005)
The state average for Algebra I was 63% in 2007.

Biology
 43% (2007)
 50% (2006)
The state average for Biology was 56% in 2007.

U.S. History
 61% (2007)
The state average for U.S. History was 70% in 2007.

Physical Science
 55% (2007)
 50% (2006)
The state average for Physical Science was 61% in 2007.

9th Grade Literature
 55% (2007)
 51% (2006)
The state average for 9th Grade Literature was 67% in 2007.

American Literature
 79% (2007)
 67% (2006)
The state average for American Literature was 80% in 2007.

Economics
 68% (2007)
The state average for Economics was 63% in 2007.

Geometry
 79% (2007)
 70% (2006)
 70% (2005)
The state average for Geometry was 63% in 2007.

About the Tests

  • In 2006-2007 Georgia administered End-of-Course Tests (EOCT) in 9th grade literature & composition, American literature and composition, algebra I, geometry, physical science, biology, United States History and Economics/Business/Free Enterprise at the completion of each course.
  • The EOCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia.
  • The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

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  EOCT Results By Subgroup
 
The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.

Scale: % at or above passing


Algebra IThis School
All Students74%
Female74%
Male76%
Black69%
Asiann/a
Hispanic77%
Multiracialn/a
Native American/Alaskan Nativen/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged73%
Not economically disadvantaged80%
Students with disabilities50%
Students without disabilities76%
Limited English proficient69%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007


BiologyThis School
All Students43%
Female43%
Male44%
Black33%
Asiann/a
Hispanic21%
Multiracialn/a
Native American/Alaskan Nativen/a
White85%
Economically disadvantaged33%
Not economically disadvantaged66%
Students with disabilities35%
Students without disabilities44%
Limited English proficient22%

U.S. HistoryThis School
All Students61%
Female62%
Male60%
Black52%
Asian90%
Hispanic57%
Multiracial53%
Native American/Alaskan Nativen/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged53%
Not economically disadvantaged77%
Students with disabilities29%
Students without disabilities64%
Limited English proficient32%

Physical ScienceThis School
All Students55%
Female56%
Male54%
Black42%
Asiann/a
Hispanic38%
Multiracial91%
Native American/Alaskan Nativen/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged45%
Not economically disadvantaged82%
Students with disabilities27%
Students without disabilities58%
Limited English proficient27%

9th Grade LiteratureThis School
All Students55%
Female58%
Male50%
Black45%
Asiann/a
Hispanic34%
Multiracial82%
Native American/Alaskan Nativen/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged44%
Not economically disadvantaged79%
Students with disabilities38%
Students without disabilities57%
Limited English proficient7%

American LiteratureThis School
All Students79%
Female83%
Male74%
Black73%
Asian91%
Hispanic55%
Multiracial90%
Native American/Alaskan Nativen/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged73%
Not economically disadvantaged87%
Students with disabilities53%
Students without disabilities80%
Limited English proficient43%

EconomicsThis School
All Students68%
Female68%
Male68%
Black56%
Asiann/a
Hispanic68%
Multiracialn/a
Native American/Alaskan Nativen/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged56%
Not economically disadvantaged84%
Students with disabilities38%
Students without disabilities71%

GeometryThis School
All Students79%
Female79%
Male80%
Black75%
Asiann/a
Hispanic56%
Multiracial90%
Native American/Alaskan Nativen/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged69%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Students with disabilities82%
Students without disabilities79%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

About the Tests

  • In 2006-2007 Georgia administered End-of-Course Tests (EOCT) in 9th grade literature & composition, American literature and composition, algebra I, geometry, physical science, biology, United States History and Economics/Business/Free Enterprise at the completion of each course.
  • The EOCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia.
  • The different student groups are identified by the Georgia Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.
  • The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

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  ACT Results


Composite
 This School1State Average1National Average2
Graduating class of 2007 182021
Graduating class of 2006 192021
Graduating class of 2005 212021

English
 This School1State Average1National Average2
Graduating class of 2007 172021
Graduating class of 2006 182021
Graduating class of 2005 201920

Math
 This School1State Average1National Average2
Graduating class of 2007 182021
Graduating class of 2006 192021
Graduating class of 2005 212021

Reading
 This School1State Average1National Average2
Graduating class of 2007 172122
Graduating class of 2006 192121
Graduating class of 2005 212021

Science
 This School1State Average1National Average2
Graduating class of 2007 182021
Graduating class of 2006 192021
Graduating class of 2005 212021
1Source: GA Dept. of Education
2Source: ACT

About the Tests

  • The ACT is a national college admission and placement examination. About one-third of Georgia's high school students take the ACT.
  • ACT scores range from a low of 1 to a high of 36. The Composite score is an average of the English, math, reading and science scores.
  • Results show the most recent scores of graduating seniors who took the ACT as sophomores, juniors or seniors. State averages include all Georgia schools, both public and non-public.

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