CMAS Test Format and Preparation Flashcards
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How are CMAS scores typically reported to families?
Answer: Through a score report mailed home or sent through the school
CMAS score reports are sent home through the school, showing students' performance levels and subscores.
Which performance level on CMAS indicates that a student has met grade-level expectations?
Answer: Level 4 – Met Expectations
Level 4 – Met Expectations means the student demonstrated mastery of grade-level standards.
What does it mean if a student scores at 'Level 5 – Exceeded Expectations' on CMAS?
Answer: The student demonstrated advanced mastery beyond grade-level expectations
Level 5 – Exceeded Expectations indicates the student demonstrated performance well above grade-level standards.
Which accommodation is commonly provided for English Language Learners (ELLs) on CMAS?
Answer: Access to translated test directions or a bilingual glossary
ELL students may receive translated directions or bilingual glossaries to support language access without changing test content.
What is the purpose of the CMAS interim assessments offered during the school year?
Answer: To provide teachers with data on student progress before the summative assessment
CMAS interim assessments give teachers formative data to adjust instruction before the end-of-year summative exam.
Which federal law requires Colorado to administer the CMAS assessments annually?
Answer: Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requires states to test students annually in grades 3–8 and once in high school.