Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 7
Communication Arts

40% (2009)

51% (2008)

32% (2007)

21% (2006)
The state average for Communication Arts was 51% in 2009.
Math

40% (2009)

56% (2008)

45% (2007)

21% (2006)
The state average for Math was 53% in 2009.
Source: MO DESE, 2008-2009
Grade 8
Science

42% (2009)
The state average for Science was 45% in 2009.
Communication Arts

58% (2009)

33% (2008)

19% (2007)

30% (2006)
The state average for Communication Arts was 50% in 2009.
Math

61% (2009)

33% (2008)

24% (2007)

22% (2006)
The state average for Math was 47% in 2009.
Source: MO DESE, 2008-2009
About the Tests
- In 2008-2009 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science.
- The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles.
- The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for
each grade by the state of Missouri.
- The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
Testing in Missouri: An Overview
See Missouri's state standards
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