The science portion of the HSPE is composed of 60 multiple-choice questions that demonstrate the student’s depth of knowledge (cognitive domains). Students demonstrate science proficiency by responding to questions based on skills pertaining to: Physical science; Life science; Earth/space science; and The nature of science.
Science Passing Scaled Score
300 out of 500 (60.0%)

TIPS: Targeted Interventions for Proficiency in Science
NHSPE Science Exam Design Information
2008-2009 NHSPE Brochure
Department of Education NHSPE Website
CCSD NHSPE Website
RPDP NHSPE Science Website










2001 - Test Form C
Key
2000 - Test Form B
Key
1999 - Test Form A
Key
January 26, 2009
Reading Proficiency
(Non-Proficient Seniors)
January 27, 2009
Mathematics Proficiency
(Non-Proficient Seniors)
January 28, 2009
Writing Proficiency
(Non-Proficient Seniors)
March 16, 2009
Science Proficiency
(Sophomores, Non-Proficient Juniors)
March 17, 2009
Mathematics & Reading Proficiency
(Sophomores, Non-Proficient Juniors/Seniors)
Freshmen and Proficient Juniors/Seniors do not
attend school on this day.
March 18, 2009
Writing Proficiency
(Juniors, Non-Proficient Seniors)
May 11, 2009
Reading Proficiency
(Non-Proficient Seniors)
May 12, 2009
Mathematics Proficiency
(Non-Proficient Seniors)
May 13, 2009
Writing Proficiency
(Non-Proficient Seniors)
July 13, 2009
Science Proficiency
(Class of 2010)
Exam-takers will need to register for this test.
July 14, 2009
Mathematics Proficiency
(Class of 2009 and 2010)
Exam-takers will need to register for this test.
July 15, 2009
Writing Proficiency
(Class of 2009 and 2010)
Exam-takers will need to register for this test.
July 16, 2009
Reading Proficiency
(Class of 2009 and 2010)
Exam-takers will need to register for this test.