State Testing Information

Every year, California students take several statewide tests. When combined with other measures such as grades, class work, and teacher observations, these tests give families and teachers a more complete picture of their child’s learning. You can use the results to identify where your child is doing well and where they might need more support.

Your child may be taking one or more of the assessments listed below. Pursuant to California Education Code Section 60615, parents/guardians may annually submit to the school a written request to excuse their child from any or all of the CAASPP assessments. This exemption does not exist for the Physical Fitness Test or Summative ELPAC.

English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC)

Who takes these tests? Students who are identified as English Learners.

When is the test given? Between February 1 and May 31, 2024

CAASPP:  English Language Arts/Literacy (ELA) and Math

Who takes these tests? Students in grades 3–8.

Which standards are tested? The California Common Core State Standards.

CAASPP: California Science Test (CST)

Who takes the test? Students in grades 5 and 8.

Which standards are tested? The California Next Generation Science Standards.

CAASPP: California Spanish Assessment (CSA)

Who takes the test? Students in Dual Language Immersion in grades 3–8. 

Which standards are tested? The California Common Core State Standards in the areas of reading, listening, and writing in Spanish.

Physical Fitness Test (PFT)

Who takes the test? Students in grades 5 and 7 will take the FITNESSGRAM®, which is the test used in California.

What is the test format? The test consists of five performance components: aerobic capacity, abdominal strength, trunk strength, upper body strength, and flexibility. It will be given during their PE class. 

If you have any questions about the assessments your child will be taking, please email [email protected].