Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards
Grade 3
Social Studies

65% (2008)

67% (2007)
The state average for Social Studies was 84% in 2008.
Science

50% (2008)

28% (2007)

31% (2006)
The state average for Science was 71% in 2008.
English/Language Arts

62% (2008)

74% (2007)

77% (2006)

78% (2005)
The state average for English/Language Arts was 87% in 2008.
Math

70% (2008)

87% (2007)

83% (2006)

74% (2005)
The state average for Math was 77% in 2008.
Source: SC Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
About the Tests
- In 2007-2008 South Carolina used the Palmetto Achievement Challenge Tests (PACT) to test students in grades 3 through
8 in English/language arts, math, social studies and science.
- The PACT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills
defined for each grade by the state of South Carolina.
- The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Testing in South Carolina: An Overview
See South Carolina's state standards
Compare with test results from nearby schools