The phrase "expected standard" refers to the level of performance or achievement that is considered normal or typical. It is what is commonly expected or anticipated in a particular situation or context. Full definition
The government's expectation is that 65 % of pupils in each school should meet the new expected standard in the «Three Rs». (bbc.co.uk)
The report reveals that those already behind at five are four times more likely to fall below expected standards of reading by the end of primary school than those who started school on track. (educationbusinessuk.net)
Clearly communicate expected standards for high - priority areas of instruction had a mean of 4.9 on a six point scale. (wallacefoundation.org)