Scale: % passing
Algebra
28% (2007)
30% (2006)
17% (2005)
26% (2004)
The state average for Algebra was 64% in 2007.
Government
41% (2007)
The state average for Government was 74% in 2007.
English 2
51% (2007)
41% (2006)
31% (2005)
The state average for English 2 was 71% in 2007.
Biology
43% (2007)
26% (2006)
The state average for Biology was 70% in 2007.
About the tests
- In 2006-2007 Maryland used the Maryland High School Assessments (HSA) to test students in English 2, algebra, biology and
government upon completion of each course.
- The HSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills
defined for each grade by the state of Maryland.
- Beginning with the class of 2009, students are required to pass the tests in order to graduate. Students graduating before
2009 must take the HSA, but are not required to earn a particular passing score.
- The goal is for all students to pass the tests.
Testing in Maryland: An Overview
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