Benchmark Exam Results
 
Scale: % at or above proficient

Grade 11

Literacy
 85% (2009)
 74% (2008)
 71% (2007)
 69% (2006)
The state average for Literacy was 56% in 2009.

Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2008-2009

About the tests

  • In 2008-2009 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.

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  End of Course Exam Results
 
Scale: % at or above proficient

Algebra I
 90% (2009)
 87% (2008)
 82% (2007)
 65% (2006)
The state average for Algebra I was 70% in 2009.

Biology
 71% (2009)
The state average for Biology was 41% in 2009.

Geometry
 90% (2009)
 89% (2008)
 88% (2007)
 82% (2006)
The state average for Geometry was 66% in 2009.

Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2008-2009

About the tests

  • In 2008-2009 Arkansas used the End of Course Exam to test high school students in algebra I and geometry.
  • The results for End of Course Exams administered in spring 2009 are displayed on GreatSchools profiles.
  • The End of Course Exam is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined by the state of Arkansas.
  • The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Testing in Arkansas: An Overview

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  Blue Ribbon Award

National Blue Ribbon School Program logo This school was selected as a Blue Ribbon School in 2007 by the US Department of Education.

Source: US Department of Education, 2006-2007


About the Blue Ribbon Schools Program

  • The Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private K-12 schools that are either academically superior in their states or that demonstrate dramatic gains in student achievement.
  • Less than 300 schools nationwide are recognized each year.
  • Greatschools displays Blue Ribbon awards for 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007.
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