Assessment Name |
Time of Administration |
Grade Levels |
Purpose |
Interim Assessment |
Fall, Winter & Spring |
3-8 |
These assessments are used to determine whether students have mastered the standards in a specific curricular unit(s). The data allows teachers to highlight which standards and concepts students grasped and which may require additional attention. |
Interim Assessment |
Quarterly |
9,10 |
These assessments are used to determine whether students have mastered the standards in a specific curricular unit(s). The data allows teachers to highlight which standards and concepts students grasped and which may require additional attention. |
PSSA |
Spring |
4,8 |
This state assessment is a standardized assessment that is designed to measure a student’s level of proficiency on key grade-level standards. It is developed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. |
Biology Keystone |
Winter & Spring |
9, 10 |
The Keystone Exam is a standardized assessment administered to the public schools of Pennsylvania. The test has been developed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. |
CDT |
Fall, Winter & Spring |
3-10 |
This “Classroom Diagnostic Tool” is developed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. It is used as a diagnostic exam and provides immediate feedback to provide teachers with specific data to guide instruction. |
Predictive Assessment |
Winter |
4,8, Biology |
This assessment is used to predict student performance on the PSSA/Keystone. It will help determine the gaps and areas of opportunities for students based on the content taught and content to be taught. The information may inform future adjustments to the curriculum. |