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Assessment Information

Administration dates and general assessment information for California public schools.

The purpose of the Assessment Information Web page is to provide general information regarding the development, coordination, and implementation of statewide student testing programs in California. For information regarding a specific assessment program, visit the California Department of Education (CDE) Testing web page.

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A to Z Index of Assessment Resources

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  • Assessment System Chart
    The California assessment system listed by subject content, test name, test type, student participant groups, grade levels, and testing window timeframe.
  • California Assessment Timeline (PDF)
    California Assessment Timeline shows the test windows for each assessment throughout the year.
  • Assessment and Accountability Information Meeting (AAIM)
    The 2024 AAIM, hosted by the CDE will be held virtually from August 1, 2024 through August 15, 2024. These sessions provide coordinators with the latest information and updates on California's assessment and accountability systems.
  • 2024 California Assessment Conference External link opens in new window or tab.
    The CDE is holding the fifth annual California Assessment Conference October 15–17, 2024 at the Riverside Convention Center in Riverside. This year’s theme is Empowering Educators: Leveraging Assessment Data and Tools for Classroom Success. It is designed specifically for classroom educators and site administrators.

    Details about this professional learning opportunity and registration information are available on the California Assessment Conference website External link opens in new window or tab..

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California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) and the English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC).

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Last Reviewed: Monday, July 22, 2024
Recently Posted in Testing

  • Assessment Spotlight, Issue 297 (added 29-Oct-2024)
    California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) email update, October 18, 2024.
  • 2024 Assessment Data Release FAQs (added 11-Oct-2024)
    Frequently asked questions related to the release of 2024 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) and English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) statewide results.
  • Assessment Spotlight, Issue 294 (added 30-Sep-2024)
    California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) email update, September 27, 2024.