CAASPP 2023 Testing Schedule

Carolyn Clark Elementary School will administer 2023 California state tests from April 17 - May 26.  The schedule below is subject to change, so please read teacher newsletters for the most up-to-date dates and times.

Carolyn Clark students in grades 3-6 will take California state tests for language arts, reading, and math. 5th graders will also take the state science test called CAST and fitness test. 6th graders will take a math placement test for middle school. Make up tests take place May 25-26. All tests will be given in the morning from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Please plan any appointments during testing days after your child's testing window so they are able to take tests as scheduled. Results called Student Score Reports (SSR) from tests will be available electronically approximately three weeks after a student completes an assessment. Read this webpage to learn more about state testing testing.

Acronyms

CAST - California Science Test | CAT - computer adaptive test | ELA - English language arts/literacy | PT - Performance Task | SSR - Student Score Reports

Grade 3

Week 1
Time
Monday,
April 17
Tuesday,
April 18
Wednesday,
April 19
Thursday,
April 20
Friday
April 21
8:30-10:30 a.m.       Practice Practice
Week 2
Time
Monday,
April 24
Tuesday,
April 25
Wednesday,
April 26
Thursday,
April 27
Friday
April 28
8:30-10:30 a.m.       ELA CAT Math CAT
Week 3
Time
Monday,
May 1
Tuesday,
May 2
Wednesday,
May 3
Thursday,
May 4
Friday
May 5
8:30-10:30 a.m.       ELA (PT) ELA (PT)
Week 4
Time
Monday,
May 15
Tuesday,
May 16
Wednesday,
May 17
Thursday,
May 18
Friday
May 19
8:30-10:30 a.m.       Math PT 1 Math PT 2

Grade 4

Week 1
Time
Monday,
April 17
Tuesday,
April 18
Wednesday,
April 19
Thursday,
April 20
Friday
April 21
8:30-10:30 a.m.       Practice Practice
Week 2
Time
Monday,
April 24
Tuesday,
April 25
Wednesday,
April 26
Thursday,
April 27
Friday
April 28
8:30-10:30 a.m.       ELA CAT Math CAT
Week 3
Time
Monday,
May 1
Tuesday,
May 2
Wednesday,
May 3
Thursday,
May 4
Friday
May 5
8:30-10:30 a.m.       ELA PT ELA PT
Week 4
Time
Monday,
May 15
Tuesday,
May 16
Wednesday,
May 17
Thursday,
May 18
Friday
May 19
8:30-10:30 a.m.       Math PT 1 Math PT 2

Grades 5

Week 1
Time
Monday,
April 17
Tuesday,
April 18
Wednesday,
April 19
Thursday,
April 20
Friday
April 21
8:30-10:30 a.m. Practice Practice  


 

 

Week 2
Time
Monday,
April 24
Tuesday,
April 25
Wednesday,
April 26
Thursday,
April 27
Friday
April 28
8:30-10:30 a.m.

ELA CAT

Math CAT      
Week 3
Time
Monday,
May 1
Tuesday,
May 2
Wednesday,
May 3
Thursday,
May 4
Friday
May 5
8:30-10:30 a.m.

ELA PT

ELA PT      
Week 4
Time
Monday,
May 15
Tuesday,
May 16
Wednesday,
May 17
Thursday,
May 18
Friday
May 19
8:30-10:30 a.m. Math PT 1 Math PT 2      
Week 5
Time
Monday,
May 22
Tuesday,
May 23
Wednesday,
May 24
Thursday,
May 25
Friday
May 26
8:30-10:30 a.m. Science CAST Science CAST   Make Up Tests Make Up Tests

Students in grades 5 and 7 will participate in the California Physical Fitness Test (PFT) that consists of five performance components: aerobic capacity, abdominal strength, trunk strength, upper body strength, and flexibility. The physical fitness test used in California schools is the FITNESSGRAM, a comprehensive health-related physical fitness assessment. The purpose of the PFT is to assist students in establishing lifetime habits of regular physical activity. Carolyn Clark 5th grade students will take this assessment during the March  13 - May 19, 2023 testing window.

Grades 6

Week 1
Time
Monday,
April 17
Tuesday,
April 18
Wednesday,
April 19
Thursday,
April 20
Friday
April 21
8:30-10:30 a.m. Practice Practice  


 

 

Week 2
Time
Monday,
April 24
Tuesday,
April 25
Wednesday,
April 26
Thursday,
April 27
Friday
April 28
8:30-10:30 a.m.

ELA CAT

Math CAT

     
Week 3
Time
Monday,
May 1
Tuesday,
May 2
Wednesday,
May 3
Thursday,
May 4
Friday
May 5
8:30-10:30 a.m.

ELA PT

ELA PT      
Week 4
Time
Monday,
May 15
Tuesday,
May 16
Wednesday,
May 17
Thursday,
May 18
Friday
May 19
8:30-10:30 a.m. Math PT 1 Math PT 2      
 

Math Placement Test for 7th Grade

The testing window when 6th graders will take the MDTP (Math Diagnostic Testing Project) math placement test will be between May 22-31, 2023. The specific testing date for Carolyn Clark 6th grade students will be available soon. 

For incoming 7th graders, all ESD middle schools offer Common Core Math 7 and Accelerated Math 7/8. Students' scoring at a mastery level qualify for advanced math class for 7th grade.  Additional questions about the MDTP math assessment, or the district's set criteria for establishing math placement, can be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of Instruction. You will be notified of your child's placement in August when student schedules are are posted in PowerSchool, which is typically the day before school begins.

Completing programs such as Jose Valdéz Math, Math Enrichment, or other programs over the summer does not qualify students to skip classes or be placed in advanced classes for the coming school year.

While we understand the desire to challenge and accelerate your child's learning, math placement is determined by the MDTP assessment of your child's academic performance, readiness, and potential. This assessment takes into account a variety of factors, including but not limited to, grades, standardized test scores, and teacher evaluations.

We encourage all of our students to engage in academic enrichment opportunities over the summer, as these can greatly benefit their overall academic growth and development. However, we want to emphasize that such programs are not considered for advanced placement.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support of your child's education.