Test Scores
About the NYSA
What is it?
The New York State Assessments are annual tests used to measure a student's mastery of the state's grade-level academic standards. The tests are also used to evaluate schools and determine each school's accountability status.
Which Grades and Subjects?
Students in grades 3 through 8 are assessed in English language arts and math, in grades 4 and 8 in science, and in grades 5 and 8 in social studies.
How is it Scored?
Students receive a score of level 1 through level 4. The goal is for 90% of students to score at or above level 3, the level of proficiency.
English Language Arts
New York State Assessments Results (2006)
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Science
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change 14%
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Science
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change 14%
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change 11%
Social Studies
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English Language Arts
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change 46%
English Language Arts
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Science
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change 44%
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Social Studies
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Social Studies
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change 31%
English Language Arts
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change 27%
Math
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change 59%
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Social Studies
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English Language Arts
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English Language Arts
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Math
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Science
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change 12%
Social Studies
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change 12%
English Language Arts
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change 23%
Math
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change 14%
English Language Arts
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Science
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change 29%
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change 57%
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change 36%
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