Testing & Assessments
As a California public school we participate in all the state-mandated assessments listed below. These tests are used to measure learning progress and provide parents with clarification on how students are performing across subject areas . We hope to partner with parents and use the feedback from these assessments to help students reach their academic potential.
| TEST | DEFINITION | WHICH STUDENTS TEST? | WHEN |
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ELPAC
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English Language Proficiency Assessments for California | All students designated as English Language Learners | Spring (TBD) |
| CAASPP | California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress | All students in grades 3-8 | Spring (TBD) |
| CAST | California Science Test | Students in grades 5 & 8 | Spring (TBD) |
| PFT | California Physical Fitness Test | Students in grades 5 & 7 | Spring (TBD) |
| STAR 360* | Renaissance Star 360® includes interim assessments for early literacy, math, and reading | All ILA Students | Beginning and End of School Year |
* Although not mandated by the state, STAR 360 is an important measure used for curriculum planning and goal-setting.