Scale: % passing
Grade 10
Government
87% (2008)
The state average for Government was 78% in 2008.
English 2
82% (2008)
The state average for English 2 was 71% in 2008.
Biology
86% (2008)
The state average for Biology was 69% in 2008.
Algebra
91% (2008)
The state average for Algebra was 78% in 2008.
Source: MSDE, 2007-2008
Grade 11
Government
95% (2008)
The state average for Government was 88% in 2008.
English 2
88% (2008)
The state average for English 2 was 81% in 2008.
Biology
92% (2008)
The state average for Biology was 81% in 2008.
Algebra
97% (2008)
The state average for Algebra was 84% in 2008.
Source: MSDE, 2007-2008
About the tests
- In 2007-2008 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.
- The goal is for all students to pass the tests.
Testing in Maryland: An Overview
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