Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 6
Literacy
53% (2008)
53% (2007)
62% (2006)
59% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 63% in 2008.
Math
53% (2008)
52% (2007)
53% (2006)
35% (2005)
The state average for Math was 72% in 2008.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 7
Literacy
51% (2008)
60% (2007)
60% (2006)
49% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 57% in 2008.
Math
40% (2008)
50% (2007)
45% (2006)
32% (2005)
The state average for Math was 62% in 2008.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 8
Literacy
62% (2008)
65% (2007)
68% (2006)
54% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 67% in 2008.
Math
41% (2008)
33% (2007)
32% (2006)
19% (2005)
The state average for Math was 56% 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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