Scoring and Performance Levels Flashcards

On GMAS End-of-Grade tests, which subject areas are assessed at the elementary level?

Answer: ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies

GMAS End-of-Grade assessments cover ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies at the elementary grades.

What type of score is reported to parents on the GMAS Individual Student Report?

Answer: Scale scores and performance levels

The GMAS Individual Student Report includes scale scores and performance level designations for parents.

For Georgia's accountability system, which GMAS performance level(s) count as meeting or exceeding standards?

Answer: Proficient and Distinguished Learner

For accountability purposes, students scoring at the Proficient Learner or Distinguished Learner level are considered to be meeting or exceeding standards.

Which GMAS assessment type is designed for students completing specific high school courses?

Answer: End-of-Course (EOC)

End-of-Course (EOC) assessments are given to high school students upon completing designated courses such as Algebra I and 9th Grade Literature.

How does GMAS handle students who need testing accommodations?

Answer: Standard accommodations are available and scores are still valid

GMAS allows approved standard accommodations for eligible students, and their scores remain valid for reporting and accountability.

In which grade does GMAS first assess Writing as a separate domain within ELA?

Answer: Grade 4

GMAS includes a Writing component in ELA assessments beginning in Grade 4.

What is the primary purpose of GMAS End-of-Course assessments counting toward a student's final course grade?

Answer: To ensure assessments have meaningful consequences tied to coursework

EOC scores count toward the final course grade to ensure the state assessment is meaningfully tied to classroom learning outcomes.