Elementary-Level English:
Major Progress for Minority Students
Fewer Black and Hispanic students than ever before showed serious academic problems by scoring at Level 1. Since 1999, the decline has been significant.
Chart Image: Percentage of Students Scoring at Level 1
| Asian/Pacific Islander | Black | Hispanic | American Indian/Alaskan Native | White | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 0.068 | 0.22 | 0.242 | 0.163 | 0.044 |
| 2000 | 0.054 | 0.199 | 0.206 | 0.15 | 0.034 |
| 2001 | 0.058 | 0.195 | 0.196 | 0.182 | 0.044 |
| 2002 | 0.041 | 0.157 | 0.152 | 0.123 | 0.034 |
| 2003 | 0.024 | 0.098 | 0.1 | 0.089 | 0.033 |
| 2004 | 0.02 | 0.108 | 0.089 | 0.098 | 0.035 |
| 2005 | 0.018 | 0.096 | 0.082 | 0.092 | 0.034 |
All Students
Public Schools Only
Percentage of Students Scoring at Level 1