The Best AI Still Flunks 8th Grade Science We’re a long way from machines that can carry on a real conversation. We’re even a long way from machines that can take a basic science test.

Researchers at the Allen Institute have hit an artificial-intelligence milestone: a machine that is ready for high school science. Maybe even college.

The Republican-controlled Texas State Board of Education this week rejected most of the proposed textbooks that include climate science for eighth grade students. Five of 12 were approved.

The 8th grade test covers similar subjects at more advanced levels, and incorporates algebra—a subject many U.S. students don’t take until high school. Eighth grade science covers biology ...