Nine scores are above average range and no scores are below the average. You read about percentiles, rankings, averages typical words associated with standardized testing.
Testing is just one variable used to assess individual students throughout their education.
Other extremely important variables include grades and teacher observation. There are other important reasons for testing, though. Tests can target instructional practices, thus helping teachers evaluate the strengths, weaknesses and overall effectiveness of their instructional programs. Tests also enable schools to qualify and select children for programs such as gifted education or challenge classes. Finally, tests make schools and school districts publicly accountable by monitoring their performance.