Scale: % passing
Grade 10
English Language Arts

86% (2011)

84% (2010)

78% (2009)

84% (2008)

85% (2007)

81% (2006)
The state average for English Language Arts was 82% in 2011.
Math

84% (2011)

85% (2010)

82% (2009)

86% (2008)

85% (2007)

79% (2006)
The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.
Source: CA Dept. of Education, 2010-2011
About the Tests
- In 2010-2011 California used the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) to test high school students' skills in
English language arts and mathematics.
- The results for grade 10 students taking the test for the first time are displayed on GreatSchools profiles.
- The CAHSEE is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined
by the state of California.
- Students must pass all parts of the CAHSEE in order to graduate from high school. If they do not pass it the
first time, students have multiple opportunities to retake the test.
- The goal is for all students to pass both sections of the test.
Testing in California: An Overview