Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 10
Reading

93% (2009)

93% (2008)

91% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 82% in 2009.
Science

88% (2009)

88% (2008)

91% (2007)
The state average for Science was 78% in 2009.
Writing

92% (2009)

92% (2008)

90% (2007)
The state average for Writing was 87% in 2009.
Math

93% (2009)

89% (2008)

89% (2007)
The state average for Math was 78% in 2009.
Source: CT Dept. of Education, 2008-2009
About the Tests
- In 2008-2009 Connecticut used the Connecticut Academic Performance Test (CAPT) to test students' skills in reading,
writing, science and math in grade 10.
- The CAPT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined
for each grade by the state of Connecticut.
Testing in Connecticut: An Overview
See Connecticut's state standards
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