The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math
The state average for Math was 80% in 2012.
Reading
The state average for Reading was 74% in 2012.
Scale: % at or above proficient
About the tests
In 2011-2012 Pennsylvania used the Pennsylvania System of State Assessments (PSSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in math and reading, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The results for reading, writing, science and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The PSSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Pennsylvania. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
See Pennsylvania's state standards
Source: Pennsylvania Department of Education
Math
The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.
Reading
The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.
Science
The state average for Science was 82% in 2012.
Scale: % at or above proficient
About the tests
In 2011-2012 Pennsylvania used the Pennsylvania System of State Assessments (PSSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in math and reading, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The results for reading, writing, science and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The PSSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Pennsylvania. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
See Pennsylvania's state standards
Source: Pennsylvania Department of Education
Math
The state average for Math was 73% in 2012.
Reading
The state average for Reading was 65% in 2012.
Writing
The state average for Writing was 64% in 2012.
Scale: % at or above proficient
About the tests
In 2011-2012 Pennsylvania used the Pennsylvania System of State Assessments (PSSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in math and reading, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The results for reading, writing, science and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The PSSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Pennsylvania. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
See Pennsylvania's state standards
Source: Pennsylvania Department of Education
Math
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multi-ethnic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Reading
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multi-ethnic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Scale: % at or above proficient
About the tests
In 2011-2012 Pennsylvania used the Pennsylvania System of State Assessments (PSSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in math and reading, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The results for reading, writing, science and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The PSSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Pennsylvania. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
The different student groups are identified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.
See Pennsylvania's state standards
Source: Pennsylvania Department of Education
Math
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multi-ethnic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Reading
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multi-ethnic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Science
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multi-ethnic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Scale: % at or above proficient
About the tests
In 2011-2012 Pennsylvania used the Pennsylvania System of State Assessments (PSSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in math and reading, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The results for reading, writing, science and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The PSSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Pennsylvania. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
The different student groups are identified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.
See Pennsylvania's state standards
Source: Pennsylvania Department of Education
Math
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multi-ethnic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Reading
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multi-ethnic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Writing
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multi-ethnic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities (IEP) | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Scale: % at or above proficient
About the tests
In 2011-2012 Pennsylvania used the Pennsylvania System of State Assessments (PSSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in math and reading, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The results for reading, writing, science and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The PSSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Pennsylvania. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
The different student groups are identified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.
See Pennsylvania's state standards
Source: Pennsylvania Department of Education
