ELPAC Composite Scores 3

Question 1

Which scale is used to report ELPAC Summative composite scores for individual domains?

Accepted Answer

1–4 performance levels with scaled scores

Answer

ELPAC domain and composite scores are reported on a 1–4 performance level scale accompanied by scaled scores within each level.

Question 2

Under what circumstance would a student's ELPAC Summative composite score be considered invalid?

Accepted Answer

The student was absent for one or more test sections

Answer

If a student is absent for any required section, a valid composite score cannot be calculated because all domain scores are needed.

Question 3

How many performance levels exist for ELPAC Summative composite scores?

Accepted Answer

4

Answer

The ELPAC Summative uses four performance levels: 1 (Minimally Developed), 2 (Somewhat Developed), 3 (Moderately Developed), and 4 (Well Developed).

Question 4

Which entity sets the cut scores that define ELPAC composite performance levels?

Accepted Answer

The California Department of Education (CDE) with State Board approval

Answer

The California Department of Education, with State Board of Education approval, establishes the cut scores for ELPAC performance levels.

Question 5

A kindergarten student's ELPAC Initial composite result shows 'English learner.' What must the school do next?

Accepted Answer

Notify parents and provide appropriate English language development services

Answer

Schools must notify parents of the EL identification and ensure the student receives appropriate English language development instruction.

(ELPAC) English Language Proficiency Assessments for California Practice Test