Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 3
Reading
62% (2008)
54% (2007)
33% (2006)
50% (2005)
The state average for Reading was 83% in 2008.
Math
67% (2008)
42% (2007)
30% (2006)
41% (2005)
The state average for Math was 83% in 2008.
Source: MSDE, 2007-2008
Grade 4
Reading
81% (2008)
77% (2007)
42% (2006)
59% (2005)
The state average for Reading was 88% in 2008.
Math
84% (2008)
46% (2007)
37% (2006)
26% (2005)
The state average for Math was 89% in 2008.
Source: MSDE, 2007-2008
Grade 5
Reading
64% (2008)
41% (2007)
52% (2006)
42% (2005)
The state average for Reading was 87% in 2008.
Math
69% (2008)
59% (2007)
44% (2006)
40% (2005)
The state average for Math was 81% in 2008.
Source: MSDE, 2007-2008
About the Tests
- In 2007-2008 Maryland used the Maryland State Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math.
- The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined
for each grade by the state of Maryland.
- The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
Testing in Maryland: An Overview
See Maryland's state standards
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