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Assessment Overview

Throughout the year, the district is required by the State of Colorado to administer statewide assessments to students in third through eleventh grade in reading, writing, mathematics and science.

All students are encouraged to participate in the assessments, however students may be excused. Students excused from state assessments do not receive negative consequences. Families may choose to keep their student(s) home or students will be supervised in a place where they may read or work quietly on other assignments. Absences will be excused.

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Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS)

Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) helps families understand how students are progressing in English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Tests are generally given in April, with specific assessments based on grade level.  More about CMAS.
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IXL LevelUp™ Diagnostic

Learn how the IXL LevelUp™ Diagnostic helps you understand your child’s progress in math and language arts, find personalized practice recommendations and partner with teachers to support growth. Review the 2026-27 assessment windows and family letters to make the most of your child’s results.  More about IXL Diagnostic.
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High School Assessments

Learn how district, state and optional assessments support student learning, college and career planning, and graduation readiness. Assessment offerings and schedules vary by grade and school, so check your school’s communications for dates, instructions and further information.  Read more about High School Assessments.

Assessment

Assessment helps our students, teachers and families know what they should be able to do at the end of each grade through various tests and assessments. The department interprets the results of the assessments and helps teachers to identify instructional needs.

Assessment

Overview
Assessment helps our students, teachers and families know what they should be able to do at the end of each grade through various tests and assessments. The department interprets the results of the assessments and helps teachers to identify instructional needs.
Phone
(719) 234-1335
Hours
7:30am - 4:30pm, Monday -Friday
Location
Education and Administration Center
1110 Chapel Hills Dr.
Colorado Springs, CO 80920