Scale: % meeting or exceeding proficiency
Grade 6
Reading
48% (2008)
37% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 57% in 2008.
Math
32% (2008)
18% (2007)
The state average for Math was 42% in 2008.
Source: HI Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 7
Reading
55% (2008)
57% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 64% in 2008.
Math
26% (2008)
29% (2007)
The state average for Math was 40% in 2008.
Source: HI Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 8
Reading
59% (2008)
60% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 66% in 2008.
Math
31% (2008)
25% (2007)
The state average for Math was 35% 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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