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Assessments & Testing

Standardized Tests

Standardized testing serves several purposes. Some of these tests help teachers determine how much academic growth or progress students are making in a given subject area. Other tests help teachers determine the most important areas that require an additional or heightened teaching focus. Different types of testing take place throughout the school year. Some of this information comes from standardized testing, which allows us to monitor how a student is performing in a given area as compared to other students in the same grade nationally. Information from these tests help our staff determine how much academic growth is occurring and thus what areas require additional focus.

State Mandated Tests

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) mandates four assessments each year:

State-mandated tests are required, so parents/guardians do not have an “opt out” from taking these tests. Parents/guardians that would like more information about state-mandated tests can contact their school principal or the Educational Services Department. 

Non State Mandated Tests

Parents/guardians may, however, choose for their children to opt out of District testing that is not state-mandated. These tests are listed below. Parents/guardians can opt out to their school principal.

Although valuable, state tests may not provide required information to make timely decisions about student needs. The District has adopted several additional tests to gather information about student performance during the school year:

Please be certain your child has adequate sleep prior to testing and encourage your child to do their best when taking the tests. The opportunity for making up tests is limited, so it is important that you schedule doctor appointments or important family commitments when students are not involved in standardized testing.

No single test can provide a complete picture of a child's achievement. Classroom performance, teacher observation, and other tests help provide additional information about your child. Questions about your child's test results should be directed to their teacher or the school principal.

CCSD15 Standardized Testing Schedule 2024-25

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