Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 11
Reading

38% (2008)

29% (2007)

54% (2006)

69% (2005)
The state average for Reading was 50% in 2008.
Social Studies

13% (2008)
The state average for Social Studies was 37% in 2008.
Science

18% (2008)
The state average for Science was 34% in 2008.
Math

13% (2008)

24% (2007)

15% (2006)

15% (2005)
The state average for Math was 34% in 2008.
Source: NM PED, 2007-2008
About the Tests
- In 2007-2008 New Mexico used the New Mexico High School Standards Assessment (NMHSSA) to test students in grade 11 in reading, math, science and social studies.
- The NMHSSA is a standards-based test, which means that it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of New Mexico.
- The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
Testing in New Mexico: An Overview
See New Mexico's state standards
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