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 11%
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change 32%
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change 27%
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Science
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no change
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change 145%
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Social Studies
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change 48%
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change 30%
Math
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change 4%
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change 52%
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change 11%
Science
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change 45%
English Language Arts
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change 43%
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change 20%
Social Studies
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change 24%
English Language Arts
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change 125%
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change 14%
English Language Arts
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change 17%
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change 2%
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change 10%
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change 26%
Science
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change 5%
English Language Arts
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change 73%
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change 43%
Social Studies
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change 126%
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change 21%
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change 73%
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change 68%
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change 4%
Science
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change 86%
English Language Arts
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change 67%
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change 36%
Social Studies
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change 18%
English Language Arts
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change 45%
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change 150%
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change 170%
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Science
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