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.
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change 120%
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change 98%
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Science
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change 175%
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Social Studies
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change 52%
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no change
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change 33%
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Science
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change 72%
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change 14%
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no change
Social Studies
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change 14%
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change 103%
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change 52%
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change 51%
Science
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change 7%
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change 6%
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change 72%
Social Studies
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change 294%
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change 19%
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Science
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change 11%
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change 36%
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change 1%
Social Studies
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change 30%
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change 51%
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change 308%
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change 48%
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