Testing

  • Throughout one’s education, a student will take numerous standardized tests. In high school, this continues. These tests can help students understand more about themselves, suggest where they need possible extra assistance, provide an idea of how they compare to others across the nation, and even supply possible career options. Regardless of the examination, to best help the student, each should be taken seriously.

     

    State Assessments

    • ACCESS is an online standards-based, criterion-referenced English language proficiency test. It assesses social and instructional English as well as the language associated with language areas, mathematics, science, and social studies within the school context across the four language domains (Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing). This assessment is administered to Limited English Proficient students.

      Grades Tested: K-12

      Areas Tested: Reading, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies

       

      Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) is an online assessment that is aligned to the Illinois Learning Standards for Science incorporating the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), which were adopted in 2014. 

      Grades Tested: 5, 8 and 11

      Areas Tested: English Language Arts and Mathematics

       

      PSAT  assesses reading, math, and writing skills; provides excellent practice for the SAT; and connects students to scholarships and personalized online tools.  PSAT assesses students in critical reading, math and writing.

      Grades Tested: 10 & 11

      Areas Tested: Reading, Math and Writing Skills

       

      SAT The SAT is being offered on April 13th to all Junior level students.  
      Parent Presentation
      Official SAT Practice
      FAQ

      Grades Tested: 11

      Areas Tested: Reading, Math, Wrtings and Essay