Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards
Grade 11
Reading

8% (2008)

16% (2007)

24% (2006)

22% (2005)
The state average for Reading was 53% in 2008.
Science

12% (2008)
The state average for Science was 51% in 2008.
Math

10% (2008)

4% (2007)

9% (2006)

6% (2005)
The state average for Math was 53% in 2008.
Source: IL State Board of Education, 2007-2008
About the Tests
- In 2007-2008 Illinois used the Prairie State Achievement Examination (PSAE) to test students in grade 11 in reading, math and science.
- The PSAE is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois.
- The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
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