How to Pass the Pennsylvania School System (PSSA) Exam


Exam Scoring


Test scores are according to 4 levels, set out by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.  The four levels are, the advanced level which indicates superior academic performance, the Proficient level which  indicates satisfactory academic performance and the Basic level which reflects marginal performance.

The fourth level is Below Basic which indicates inadequate academic performance. It shows little understanding and a minimal skill display.

Teachers use the individual scores of the students to identify students who fall below State and National standards. The scores also provide schools and districts with information used for planning curriculum.



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Pennsylvania School System (PSSA) Practice Test Questions


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Basic Math (Very Basic - Long & Short Division, Multiplication, Decimals, Fractions, Percent etc.)



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