CMAS CMAS Test Format and Preparation

Question 1

Which grades in Colorado are required to take the CMAS assessments?

Accepted Answer

Grades 3–8 and 11

Answer

CMAS is administered to students in grades 3–8 and grade 11 across Colorado.

Question 2

What does CMAS stand for?

Accepted Answer

Colorado Measures of Academic Success

Answer

CMAS stands for Colorado Measures of Academic Success, the state's standardized testing program.

Question 3

How is the CMAS assessment primarily delivered to students?

Accepted Answer

Computer-based testing

Answer

CMAS is a computer-based assessment, though paper accommodations exist for students with specific needs.

Question 4

Which organization develops and oversees the CMAS assessments?

Accepted Answer

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE)

Answer

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) is responsible for developing, administering, and overseeing CMAS.

Question 5

Which testing vendor currently delivers the CMAS assessments in Colorado?

Accepted Answer

DRC (Data Recognition Corporation)

Answer

DRC (Data Recognition Corporation) is the current vendor contracted to deliver CMAS assessments in Colorado.

CMAS - Colorado Measures of Academic Success Practice Test