Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 9
Reading

61% (2007)

56% (2006)

68% (2005)
The state average for Reading was 44% in 2007.
Science

56% (2007)

49% (2006)
The state average for Science was 38% in 2007.
Math

60% (2007)

51% (2006)

61% (2005)
The state average for Math was 37% in 2007.
Source: NM PED, 2006-2007
About the Tests
- In 2006-2007 New Mexico used the New Mexico Standards-Based Assessment (NMSBA) to test students in grades 3 through 9 in reading, math and science.
- The NMSBA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Mexico.
- The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
Testing in New Mexico: An Overview
See New Mexico's state standards
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