There are no survey data for Mississippi at present. Performance Standards . Of the five states reporting, North Carolina and South Carolina indicate that they have implemented performance standards in Reading, Writing, and Math. Georgia says it is currently reviewing and revising student performance standards in all core subject areas. Alabama reports that proposed legislation calls for performance standards to be developed in all areas where content standards exist.
All states say their efforts are part of a systemic initiative.
Student Assessments . In addition, students in grade 11 take a Graduation Test in each core area. Georgia also conducts a Kindergarten Assessment Program. Optional proficiency tests in Foreign Language are administered in grade 3 and high school. The state-administered testing program is complemented with a comprehensive item bank for use by teachers for diagnostic purposes.