Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 3
Literacy
49% (2008)
21% (2007)
33% (2006)
29% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 64% in 2008.
Math
59% (2008)
43% (2007)
38% (2006)
30% (2005)
The state average for Math was 79% in 2008.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 4
Literacy
34% (2008)
30% (2007)
30% (2006)
16% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 67% in 2008.
Math
48% (2008)
33% (2007)
33% (2006)
19% (2005)
The state average for Math was 74% in 2008.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 5
Literacy
52% (2008)
46% (2007)
24% (2006)
26% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 64% in 2008.
Math
46% (2008)
38% (2007)
26% (2006)
15% (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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