Newstandardsmath New Standards Math Exam Results 1. The New Standards Mathematics Reference Exam is designed to measure the Curriculum and Evaluation Standards established by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. It was selected to assess Essential Learnings developed by the Ames Mathematics Cabinet.
Students receive scores in each of three areas.
The first is in understanding of mathematical concepts . The second score is in mathematical skills . The third score is in problem solving , reasoning, and mathematical communication. Each score is criterion referenced to the standards for the grade level. Each student receives a score in all three areas on the following scale.