Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 3
Literacy
34% (2008)
40% (2007)
33% (2006)
27% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 64% in 2008.
Math
60% (2008)
62% (2007)
51% (2006)
33% (2005)
The state average for Math was 79% in 2008.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 4
Literacy
52% (2008)
35% (2007)
37% (2006)
11% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 67% in 2008.
Math
62% (2008)
38% (2007)
31% (2006)
14% (2005)
The state average for Math was 74% in 2008.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 5
Literacy
46% (2008)
39% (2007)
31% (2006)
44% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 64% in 2008.
Math
50% (2008)
32% (2007)
31% (2006)
17% (2005)
The state average for Math was 67% in 2008.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
About the tests
- In 2007-2008 Arkansas used the Benchmark Exam to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in literacy and grades 3 through 8 in math.
- The Benchmark Exam is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Arkansas.
- The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
Testing in Arkansas: An Overview
See Arkansas' state standards
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