We check your child’s progress in many ways. Teachers watch how your child is doing in class. Your child will also take a variety of tests. Tests range from elementary skill tests that take a few minutes to annual state tests that take several hours.
No single test can tell us how your child is doing. Each test your child takes helps us to understand a different skill. Altogether, the results help you and your child's teacher ensure that your child is on track.
Your child may be required to take some state tests before he or she can graduate. Check the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction’s testing page to see what the state requires.
For more helpful information about tests, see the Great Kids State Test Guide for Parents, a guide to help you understand your child's score reports with resources and concrete advice on how you can help your child improve in areas where they struggle
You can learn about the most common tests your child may take on this page. Or, see what tests students take by grade and when they may take them on our test schedules page.