Scale: % meeting or exceeding proficiency
Grade 7
Reading
38% (2008)
23% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 64% in 2008.
Math
16% (2008)
9% (2007)
The state average for Math was 40% in 2008.
Source: HI Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 8
Reading
35% (2008)
28% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 66% in 2008.
Math
4% (2008)
11% (2007)
The state average for Math was 35% in 2008.
Source: HI Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 10
Reading
40% (2008)
41% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 67% in 2008.
Math
13% (2008)
8% (2007)
The state average for Math was 34% in 2008.
Source: HI Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
About the Tests
- In 2007-2008 Hawaii used the Hawaii State Assessment (HSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math.
- The HSA is a standards-based test that measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Hawaii.
- The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.
Testing in Hawaii: An Overview
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