| Test (grade level(s) involved) | Subject(s) Tested | Purpose and Use of the Test | Test Format | Testing Date(s)/Window | Score Return |
| i-Ready (K-8) diagnostic and RTI2 universal screener | Reading and Math | Given to all K-8 students to identify those performing at or above grade level and students needing intervention services | Computer-based; multiple-choice items. Approx. 45-60 minutes in length per subject. | Administered three times yearly (* with an optional 4th for 3-8) - August 2021 - November 2021
- February 2022
- * April 2022
| No grades are given. Results will be shared with teachers and parents in order to inform instruction and/or support RTI2 activities. |
| MasteryConnect Interim Assessment (6-HS) | Math and ELA. Additional subjects can be assessed at the school's discretion. | Given to all students, 6-HS, to evaluate mastery of subject standards at a school district level relative to the level of mastery determined at the individual student/classroom level. | Computer-based; computer-scored and open response scored items. Approx. 45-60 minutes in length per subject. | Administered three times yearly -
- September 2021
- December 2021
- March 2022
| No grades are given. Student results are used by teachers to inform instructional decisions moving forward. Sharing with students to mark progress is encouraged. |
| CommonLit Interim Assessment (6-HS) | 6-HS ELA/English classes. | Given to all students, 6-HS, to evaluate mastery of subject standards at a school district level relative to the level of mastery determined at the individual student/classroom level.
| Computer-based; computer-scored and open response scored items. Approx. 45-60 minutes in length. | Administered three times yearly -
- Sept. 2021
- November 2021
- February 2022
| No grades are given. Student results are used by teachers to inform instructional decisions moving forward. Sharing with students to mark progress is encouraged. |
| ACT (11-12) | Reading, Math, English, and Science | The ACT assessment provides valuable information regarding student achievement and readiness for postsecondary opportunities. | Paper-based | Senior Day - Tuesday, October 19, 2021
State-wide test day for 2022 Juniors - Tuesday, March 1, 2022
| The ACT student report includes student’s proficiency level in English language arts (ELA), Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), understanding complex texts, and progress towards career readiness. It also includes suggested colleges and career areas based on student’s scores and career interests, as indicated on the ACT. |
MSAA and TCAP-Alt (science and social studies) Alternative Assessment (3-HS) | Reading and Math (MSAA); Science and Social Studies (TCAP-Alt) | The TN state assessment for students with the most severe cognitive disabilities. To measure academic achievement with modified academic standards. | MSAA - computer-based; TCAP-Alt - paper-based. All multiple-choice questions. | Tuesday, March 22 - Friday, April 29, 2022 | Test results will be sent home to parents in the fall semester of the following school year. |
| WIDA Access (K-HS) | Reading, Speaking, Listening, and Writing | TN state assessment that evaluates the English proficiency of English Language Learner (ELL) students. | Given online for grades 2-8 or with a proctor for grades K-1. | February/March, 2022 (TDOE window) | Test results will be sent home to parents in the fall semester of the following school year. |
| TCAP - TNReady (3-8) and EOC (HS) state assessments | 3-8 - ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies
HS - Eng. I & II, Alg. I & II, Geometry, Biology, and U.S. History | TN state assessment that helps to measure how much a student grows academically over the course of a school year and to measure student achievement levels. | Paper-based (a possible return to computer-based testing at some grade levels for 2022 will be based on TDOE approval) | Fall window: Monday, Nov. 29 - Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021 (TDOE window)
Spring window: Monday, April 18 - Friday, May 6, 2022 (TDOE paper-based window) | If available prior to the end of the school year, student results on required TCAP assessments will account for 15% of a student's final grade.
Test results will be sent home to parents in the fall semester of the following school year. |
