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National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)

The Nation's Report Card: 2011 Science has been released. See results, sample questions, and more.

What Is NAEP?

The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) is the largest nationally representative and continuing assessment of what America's students know and can do in various subject areas. Learn more...

In the Spotlight

Smaller Gaps in the 2011 Science Results for Grade 8

The NAEP 2011 science results show that, since 2009, the achievement gaps between Black and White students and between Hispanic and White students at grade 8 have both narrowed

Are You Attending the 2012 CCSSO Conference?

Make sure to check out the NAEP-related sessions that will be held at the 2012 Conference.

NAEP 101: Learning More About the 2011 Reading Results

NAEP staff made a special presentation to the International Reading Association (IRA) about the 2011 NAEP reading results. Watch a video of the presentation and listen in to the Q&A about the results with IRA members!

Grant Opportunities for NAEP Researchers

IES has released funding opportunities for fiscal year 2013. Competition deadlines range from June 21 to September 20, 2012, so start brainstorming!

Register Now for NAEP Database Training Sessions

This summer, NCES will host training seminars to familiarize researchers with use of NAEP databases in advanced research. Register now for a seminar on the HSTS database or the NAEP database.

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