Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 3
Reading

76% (2007)

53% (2006)
The state average for Reading was 75% in 2007.
Writing

66% (2007)

21% (2006)
The state average for Writing was 66% in 2007.
Math

90% (2007)

73% (2006)
The state average for Math was 92% in 2007.
Source: WY Dept. of Education, 2006-2007
Grade 4
Reading

64% (2007)

58% (2006)
The state average for Reading was 77% in 2007.
Writing

76% (2007)

39% (2006)
The state average for Writing was 64% in 2007.
Math

84% (2007)

45% (2006)
The state average for Math was 87% in 2007.
Source: WY Dept. of Education, 2006-2007
Grade 5
Reading

63% (2007)

67% (2006)
The state average for Reading was 74% in 2007.
Writing

58% (2007)

20% (2006)
The state average for Writing was 55% in 2007.
Math

58% (2007)

72% (2006)
The state average for Math was 77% in 2007.
Source: WY Dept. of Education, 2006-2007
About the Tests
- In 2006-2007 Wyoming administered the Proficiency Assessments for Wyoming Students (PAWS) in reading, writing and math to
students in grades 3 through 8 and 11.
- PAWS tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each
grade by the state of Wyoming.
- The goal is for all students score at or above the proficient level.
Testing in Wyoming: An Overview
See Wyoming's state standards
Compare with test results from nearby schools