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Learning Standards Standards

What does a student learn in ?

Source: Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Core Standards
Mastery Learning Standards
The required skills a student should display by the end of Grade 8.
K-8 Mathematics

  • Numbers and Operations

    PA-MATH.K8.8.1

    The student applies number sense and operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and rational numbers at the grade level.

  • Algebraic Concepts

    PA-MATH.K8.8.2

    The student writes and solves expressions, equations, and inequalities that represent grade-level relationships.

  • Geometry

    PA-MATH.K8.8.3

    The student describes, classifies, and measures two- and three-dimensional shapes and analyzes their attributes.

  • Measurement and Data

    PA-MATH.K8.8.4

    The student measures and represents data using tables, graphs, and statistical measures appropriate to the grade level.

  • Probability and Statistics

    PA-MATH.K8.8.5

    The student investigates the likelihood of events and summarizes patterns in data using grade-level concepts.

Assessments
The state tests students at this grade and subject take.
State Summative

PSSA Mathematics (Grades 3-8)

PSSA Mathematics is the spring summative math test for grades 3 through 8, aligned to PA Core Math.

When given:
spring
Frequency:
annual
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State Summative

Keystone Algebra I

End-of-course exam in Algebra I, typically grade 8 or 9. Required for graduation under Act 158 pathways.

When given:
end-of-course
Frequency:
by course completion
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National Monitoring

NAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress)

Federally administered sample-based assessment in reading, mathematics, science, and writing. NAEP results inform state-by-state comparisons rather than individual student or school accountability.

When given:
biennial in winter
Frequency:
every two years
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