State Testing

State and District Assessment Calendar 2018-2019

Smarter Balanced Assessment

The Smarter Balanced Assessment is the test we use in Washington State to measure student achievement in math and English language arts. All students in grades 3, 4, and 5 take the test online during school. The assessment will measure critical thinking with questions that ask students to demonstrate their research, writing, and problem solving skills in both math and English language arts.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Frequently Asked Questions
• Evaluación Smarter Balanced (Preguntas frecuentes)
• 智者平衡评估 (常见问答)

Useful Links:

• SBA Sample Questions
• Practice and Training Tests
  
• Achievement Levels
  
• Understand your child’s score video (bottom of page)
  
• SBA Development and Design
  
• Washington Test Guide for Parents (Great Schools)

Testing Times and Breaks:

Typically students will start the test around 9:30 a.m. and finish within 2-3 hours. However, assessments are untimed and students can take breaks as needed. Students may bring snacks to eat during their breaks. Please make sure your student is on time and well rested.

Testing Schedule: