Scale: % proficient or above
Grade 10
Reading
74% (2007)
80% (2006)
78% (2005)
79% (2004)
The state average for Reading was 75% in 2007.
Science
82% (2007)
83% (2006)
85% (2005)
85% (2004)
The state average for Science was 86% in 2007.
Math
70% (2007)
70% (2006)
68% (2005)
64% (2004)
The state average for Math was 68% in 2007.
Source: WV Dept. of Education, 2006-2007
About the Tests
- In 2006-2007 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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