Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 5
Science

12% (2009)
The state average for Science was 43% in 2009.
Literacy

26% (2009)

28% (2008)

24% (2007)

22% (2006)
The state average for Literacy was 68% in 2009.
Math

47% (2009)

39% (2008)

31% (2007)

16% (2006)
The state average for Math was 70% in 2009.
Source: AR Dept. of Education, 2008-2009
Grade 6
Literacy

33% (2009)

28% (2008)

25% (2007)

32% (2006)
The state average for Literacy was 67% in 2009.
Math

53% (2009)

42% (2008)

33% (2007)

22% (2006)
The state average for Math was 78% 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.
Testing in Arkansas: An Overview
See Arkansas' state standards
Compare with test results from nearby schools