Spring Forward: Ready for the Test. Ready for Life.

Spring Forward

Ready for the Test.
Ready for Life.

It’s almost time for your child to take the annual state test in math and English language arts. To see what’s expected of your child, check out the grade-by-grade practice test and how it measures real-world skills, like problem-solving and critical thinking.

Here you’ll find your state’s practice test, plus other simple ways to help your child feel confident and ready for the test.

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Did you know…

Nationally, a majority of parents rely on the annual state test to know if their child is on grade level.

What’s your child expected to know and do on the state test?

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Sample Test Questions

Test questions range from traditional multiple-choice to interactive ones that ask your child to explain his or her reasoning.

Math

David has 16 pennies in one jar and 94 pennies in another jar.

He uses some of the pennies to buy a pencil that costs 25 cents. What is the total number of pennies David has left after he buys the pencil? Show your work.

Answer: 85 pennies

*Example elementary school question
English Language Arts

Your child reads a passage about Celtic history.

Summarize the author’s message about the Celtic people’s legacy.

Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

*Example middle school question

IT'S ABOUT THE BIG PICTURE.

Along with grades and classroom work, the state test is another measure of how well your child is progressing in grade-level math and English. Even if your child gets good grades, check out the state test results to see how well your child understands specific concepts needed to be ready for the next grade.

Click here for a Family Guide about the state test results.

THE WHAT, WHEN, AND HOW.

Ask your child’s teacher about details such as: How long does the test take? When will my child be taking the test in each subject? When and how will I get the results?

Learn more about your state’s test here.

HOW TO USE THE SCORE REPORT.

Last year’s state test results can help you and the teacher understand where your child may still need extra support and where progress has been made.

Look at The GreatSchools Test Guide for Parents to see examples of grade-level skills and how you can support your child at home.

BRING ON THE CHALLENGE!

We know tests can be nerve-racking but you can boost your child’s self-confidence by showing him or her how to take on challenges with a positive attitude and determination. Remind your child to take their time and just try their best. By looking at the practice test together, your child will know what to expect.