New York's own 4th grade tests show progress for Black and Hispanic Students.
Since 1999, when the first 4th grade tests were given, the percentage of Black and Hispanic students meeting all the standards has doubled.
| Asian/Pacific Islander | Black | Hispanic | American Indian/Alaskan Native | White | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 57.5% | 25.8% | 26.0% | 35.5% | 61.4% |
| 2000 | 67.6% | 36.2% | 36.8% | 46.3% | 72.5% |
| 2001 | 69.3% | 39.2% | 39.5% | 41.8% | 73.6% |
| 2002 | 74.1% | 41.7% | 42.3% | 45.1% | 73.9% |
| 2003 | 77.9% | 48.1% | 47.5% | 54.8% | 74.6% |
| 2004 | 77.9% | 43.9% | 45.7% | 46.8% | 73.0% |
| 2005 | 83.5% | 53.8% | 57.1% | 58.0% | 79.2% |
Percentage of Students Scoring at Levels 3 and 4