TESTING
Though testing is not a central part of our class curriculum (our world needs people that can DO things, not just take tests), our school is still accountable to show student growth and proficiency through standardized tests. The data from these tests helps teachers better understand student needs. Throughout the year, students take the following standardized tests:
MCA - The standardized tests required of all schools by the State of Minnesota. This test measures proficiency in different subjects.
NWEA - An optional test that our school chooses to use. The NWEA test assesses growth. Students take this test twice per year. The results of this test help both teachers and students better understand how students are learning and how to best help them succeed.
ACT - An optional test that many post-secondary institutions use as part of considering accepting students. Juniors take the test for free.
WIDA - A test assess needs of multilingual students
For more information about MCA and NWEA testing please visit:
TESTING DATES FOR THE CURRENT SCHOOL YEAR WILL BE POSTED ON THE ANNOUNCEMENT BAR OF OUR WEBSITE AND WILL ALSO BE POSTED ON OUR BLOOMZ COMMUNICATION PAGE.
2024-2025 Dates:
Coming Soon
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the administrator Davi Hicks at davi.hicks@academicarts.org
As a reminder, MCA testing is based on student grade:
10th graders take the Reading test
11th graders take the Math test
12 graders, who haven't already, take the science test