Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 10
Reading

19% (2007)

43% (2006)

46% (2005)

36% (2004)
The state average for Reading was 80% in 2007.
Science

21% (2007)

40% (2006)
The state average for Science was 81% in 2007.
Writing

31% (2007)

52% (2006)

46% (2005)

52% (2004)
The state average for Writing was 82% in 2007.
Math

15% (2007)

32% (2006)

28% (2005)

26% (2004)
The state average for Math was 77% in 2007.
Source: CT Dept. of Education, 2006-2007
About the Tests
- In 2006-2007 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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