ELPAC Overview 3

Question 1

Which grade-span grouping does the ELPAC use for Kindergarten students?

Accepted Answer

Kindergarten is its own separate grade span

Answer

Kindergarten has its own dedicated ELPAC forms because the literacy and language demands differ significantly from grades 1 and above.

Question 2

The Summative ELPAC Speaking domain is scored by whom?

Accepted Answer

Trained local district scorers using a rubric

Answer

Speaking responses are recorded and scored locally by trained district personnel using CDE-provided scoring rubrics.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT one of the four domains assessed by the ELPAC?

Accepted Answer

Mathematics

Answer

The ELPAC assesses four language domains—Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing—and does not include a mathematics domain.

Question 4

What California ELD standards form the foundation of the ELPAC's content framework?

Accepted Answer

2012 California English Language Development Standards

Answer

The ELPAC was specifically designed to measure student progress toward the 2012 CA ELD Standards adopted by the California State Board of Education.

Question 5

How often must currently designated English learners take the Summative ELPAC?

Accepted Answer

Once per year

Answer

All students with active English Learner designation must take the Summative ELPAC annually to track their English language development progress.

(ELPAC) English Language Proficiency Assessments for California Practice Test