Scale: % proficient or above
Grade 10
Reading
68% (2008)
80% (2007)
75% (2006)
84% (2005)
The state average for Reading was 74% in 2008.
Science
91% (2008)
88% (2007)
90% (2006)
89% (2005)
The state average for Science was 85% in 2008.
Math
63% (2008)
65% (2007)
60% (2006)
64% (2005)
The state average for Math was 68% in 2008.
Source: WV Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
About the Tests
- In 2007-2008 West Virginia used the West Virginia Educational Standards Test (WESTEST) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and science, and in grades 3 through 8 in social studies.
- The WESTEST is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of West Virginia.
- The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.
Testing in West Virginia: An Overview
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