Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 7
Literacy
74% (2008)
76% (2007)
74% (2006)
76% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 57% in 2008.
Math
77% (2008)
74% (2007)
67% (2006)
63% (2005)
The state average for Math was 62% in 2008.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 8
Literacy
85% (2008)
77% (2007)
86% (2006)
73% (2005)
The state average for Literacy was 67% in 2008.
Math
72% (2008)
71% (2007)
67% (2006)
47% (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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