Scale: % at or above basic
Grade 3
Social Studies

51% (2008)

55% (2007)
The state average for Social Studies was 64% in 2008.
Science

28% (2008)

36% (2007)
The state average for Science was 55% in 2008.
English Language Arts

45% (2008)

49% (2007)
The state average for English Language Arts was 64% in 2008.
Math

46% (2008)

43% (2007)
The state average for Math was 63% in 2008.
Source: LA Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 5
Social Studies

44% (2008)

64% (2007)
The state average for Social Studies was 66% in 2008.
Science

34% (2008)

34% (2007)
The state average for Science was 58% in 2008.
English Language Arts

48% (2008)

43% (2007)
The state average for English Language Arts was 65% in 2008.
Math

33% (2008)

35% (2007)
The state average for Math was 65% in 2008.
Source: LA Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
About the Tests
- In 2007-2008 Louisiana used the integrated Louisiana Educational Assessment Program (iLEAP) to assess students in grades 3, 5, 6, 7 and 9 in math and English language arts and in grades 3, 5, 6 and 7 in science and social studies.
- The iLEAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Louisiana.
Testing in Louisiana: An Overview
See Louisiana's state standards