Testing & Assessment
TESTING
TESTING
TESTING
San Dieguito Union High School District uses a comprehensive system of state, district, and local assessments that provide data to assist in the decision-making processes related to instructional programs and student supports. Enrolled students' academic records including test scores and grades are accessible to all students and parents via the Aeries online student information system.
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overview ANNUAL testing
overview ANNUAL testing
overview ANNUAL testing
Test Name | Acronym/Website | Grade Levels Tested | Testing Window |
English Language Proficiency Assessment for California | ELPAC | 7-12 |
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Renaissance Star Reading and Math | Star | 7-12 |
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California Healthy Kids Survey | CHKS | 7-12 | December |
California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress | CAASPP | 7, 8, 11 | March - May |
Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (Part of the CAASPP Assessments) | SBAC | 7, 8, 11 | March - May |
California Alternate Assessment (Part of the CAASPP Assessments) | CAA | 7, 8, 11 | March - May |
California Science Test (Part of the CAASPP Assessments) | CAST | 8, 11, some 12 | March - May |
Early Assessment Program | EAP | 11 | March - May, based on SBAC results |
Physical Fitness Test | PFT | 7, 9 | February 1 - May 31 |
Advanced Placement Exams | AP | 10-12 | May |
College Entrance Exams (PSAT/NMSQT, SAT, ACT) | PSAT/NMSQTACTSAT | High School | Refer to testing organization websites for administration dates and locations. |