Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 3
Reading
48% (2008)
71% (2006)
69% (2005)
The state average for Reading was 83% in 2008.
Math
59% (2008)
76% (2006)
73% (2005)
The state average for Math was 83% in 2008.
Source: MSDE, 2007-2008
Grade 4
Reading
76% (2008)
69% (2006)
74% (2005)
The state average for Reading was 88% in 2008.
Math
82% (2008)
63% (2007)
83% (2006)
66% (2005)
The state average for Math was 89% in 2008.
Source: MSDE, 2007-2008
Grade 5
Reading
62% (2008)
71% (2007)
59% (2006)
71% (2005)
The state average for Reading was 87% in 2008.
Math
57% (2008)
74% (2007)
67% (2006)
46% (2005)
The state average for Math was 81% in 2008.
Source: MSDE, 2007-2008
About the Tests
- In 2007-2008 Maryland used the Maryland State Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math.
- The MSA 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.
- The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
Testing in Maryland: An Overview
See Maryland's state standards
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