Benchmark Assessments

Benchmark assessments are administered up to three times each year (fall, winter, and spring) to monitor student progress and support instruction. Students in grades 2–8 take benchmark assessments in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. Students enrolled in state-tested high school courses, English I, English II, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Biology I and US History, also participate in benchmark assessments aligned to their coursework. These assessments measure student progress toward mastering grade-level standards and help teachers identify strengths and areas for growth. Optional benchmark assessments are available for students in grades K–1. Benchmark results provide valuable information about student learning and readiness for end-of-year state assessments.

Brigance Screening

The Brigance Kindergarten Screening is administered to incoming kindergarten students to assess skills that support school readiness, including physical development, language, academic/cognitive abilities, self-help skills, and social-emotional development. Screening results help schools identify student strengths and any areas where additional support may be beneficial. Parents receive a copy of their child's screening report for review following administration.

Common Assessments

Common assessments are administered throughout the school year to measure student learning at key instructional checkpoints. Given in grades K–12 in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, these assessments help teachers monitor student progress, identify learning needs, and adjust instruction to support student success.

Universal Screener

A universal screener is a brief assessment used to identify students' strengths and areas of need in foundational reading, writing, and mathematics skills. Universal screeners are administered to all students in grades K–5 and may also be given to students who are new to the district or who are performing below grade-level expectations. Screeners are typically administered three times per year (fall, winter, and spring) to monitor progress and support instructional planning. Students who need additional support may receive targeted interventions and ongoing progress monitoring. Parents receive individual student results after each screening period.