Assessments

Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) Resources 

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) requires the Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) tests for grades 3-8 each year.  CMAS English Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies assessments were developed to measure grade level expectations in the Colorado Academic Standards.

Designed to be administered online, the tests feature a variety of interactive questions that are engaging and aligned with 21st-century teaching and learning practices. CMAS testing occurs annually in the Spring.

• Grades 3-11 ELA & Math
• Grades 5, 8, & 11 Science
• Grades 4 & 7 Social Studies (by rotating sample set of students)
• Length of Test:
  • ELA: Unit lengths vary between 90-110 minutes, depending on grade level 
  • Math: Unit length is 65 minutes 
  • Science/Social Studies: Unit length is 80 minutes

Assessments inform instruction and monitor student progress. Assessments should:

• Add value to the student learning experience.
• Engage families in supporting their students.
• Help identify strengths, interests and opportunities for growth for all students.

A collection of assessment results can be used to help set goals, identify priorities and inform equity of access to grade-level learning.

Individual schools determine which additional assessments will support their specific student population’s learning. Each school will select specific dates within the district-provided assessment windows.

Some assessments are required by federal or state law; see information regarding state assessment participation. Families can refuse participation in state assessments for their students. Contact your student's school if you have questions about test refusals.

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