Teachers employ a variety of assessment methods to gain a comprehensive understanding of their students’ knowledge and learning needs. On a daily basis, they utilize informal classroom observations, check for understanding strategies, and exit slips to adjust their instruction. Additionally, teachers rely on formal assessments such as benchmark tests, classroom exams, and annual state assessments to evaluate students’ academic progress over time and identify areas requiring further support.
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Assessment
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Grade Level
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Frequency
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Readiness Screener
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K-2
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Once a year
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DRA
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K-5
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K-two times a year
1-5-three times a year
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i-Ready ELA and Math
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K-8
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K-two times a year
1-8-three times a year
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AP Tests
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9-12
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One time a year
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DRDP
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PK-TK
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Two times a year
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English Language Arts and Math Benchmarks
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ELA: 3-12
Math: K-8
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3 times a year
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English Language Proficiency for California
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K-12
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Once a year for all English learners
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Physical Fitness Test
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5, 7 and 9
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Once a year
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California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress
(CAASPP: SBAC, CAA)
California Science Test (CAST)
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3-8 and 11
5 and 11
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Once a year
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