Scale: % at or above basic
Grade 6
Social Studies
31% (2008)
18% (2007)
The state average for Social Studies was 57% in 2008.
Science
31% (2008)
28% (2007)
The state average for Science was 58% in 2008.
English Language Arts
35% (2008)
30% (2007)
The state average for English Language Arts was 61% in 2008.
Math
35% (2008)
30% (2007)
The state average for Math was 61% in 2008.
Source: LA Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
Grade 7
Social Studies
30% (2008)
33% (2007)
The state average for Social Studies was 60% in 2008.
Science
26% (2008)
19% (2007)
The state average for Science was 53% in 2008.
English Language Arts
38% (2008)
33% (2007)
The state average for English Language Arts was 61% in 2008.
Math
34% (2008)
26% (2007)
The state average for Math was 55% in 2008.
Source: LA Dept. of Education, 2007-2008
About the Tests
- In 2007-2008 Louisiana used the integrated Louisiana Educational Assessment Program (iLEAP) to assess students in grades 3, 5, 6, 7 and 9 in math and English language arts and in grades 3, 5, 6 and 7 in science and social studies.
- The iLEAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Louisiana.
Testing in Louisiana: An Overview
See Louisiana's state standards
