Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 6
Reading
72% (2008)
70% (2007)
58% (2006)
The state average for Reading was 84% in 2008.
Math
46% (2008)
59% (2007)
51% (2006)
The state average for Math was 75% in 2008.
Source: WI Dept. of Public Instruction, 2007-2008
Grade 7
Reading
70% (2008)
64% (2007)
61% (2006)
The state average for Reading was 84% in 2008.
Math
55% (2008)
57% (2007)
52% (2006)
The state average for Math was 76% in 2008.
Source: WI Dept. of Public Instruction, 2007-2008
Grade 8
Reading
68% (2008)
71% (2007)
64% (2006)
68% (2005)
The state average for Reading was 84% in 2008.
Social Studies
66% (2008)
76% (2007)
The state average for Social Studies was 80% in 2008.
Science
53% (2008)
56% (2007)
48% (2006)
The state average for Science was 73% in 2008.
Language Arts
35% (2008)
43% (2007)
37% (2006)
37% (2005)
The state average for Language Arts was 62% in 2008.
Math
49% (2008)
60% (2007)
47% (2006)
42% (2005)
The state average for Math was 75% in 2008.
Source: WI Dept. of Public Instruction, 2007-2008
About the Tests
- In 2007-2008 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Knowledge and Concepts Examination - Criterion-Referenced Tests (WKCE-CRT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies.
- The WKCE-CRT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin.
- The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
Testing in Wisconsin: An Overview
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