Testing in Kindergarten
Kindergarten student tests
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In Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), kindergarten tests focus on basic literacy and numeracy development. Required tests for kindergarteners are listed in the table below, organized alphabetically by test name.
Assessment dates and delivery format for 2020-21 are subject to change due to shifts in school operations.
| Test Name | Requirement Source | Content Tested | Purpose of Test | Time Needed* | Schedule** | Format | Results Distribution |
| Child Behavior Rating Scale (CBRS) | State | Social Emotional Skills | To measure self-control and the ability to successfully interact with peers and adults | Approx. 20 minutes |
Oct. 5 to Nov. 13 April 19 to May 28 |
In-Person or At-Home (online teacher observation) | Incorporated in ongoing performance communication to parents/guardians |
| Early Mathematics Assessment System (EMAS) | State | Mathematics | To measure early mathematics abilities and growth | Approx. 20 minutes |
April 19 to May 28 |
In-Person or At-Home (student interview) | Incorporated in ongoing performance communication to parents/guardians |
| iReady Universal Screener Assessment |
State
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Reading | To identify gaps in foundational academic skills and measure progress of students identified for support | Approx. 30 minutes |
Oct. 5 to Nov. 13 April 19 to May 21 |
In-Person or At-Home (online computer-adaptive) | Distributed to parents/guardians within 1 month |
| WIDA ACCESS for ELLS |
State ONLY for English learners |
Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening | To measure annual English language proficiency and progress in compliance with federal law | Approx. 5 hours total | Jan. 11 to May 7 | In-Person (paper-pencil) | Distributed to parents/ guardians by the following August |
| WIDA ACCESS Placement Test (W-APT) |
State ONLY for English learners |
Speaking, Listening AFTER Feb. 1 Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening |
To determine eligibility for English learner services, in compliance with federal law |
Approx. 15 minutes AFTER Feb. 1 approx. 30 minutes |
Nov. 16 to June 11 | In-Person (student interview) | Distributed to parents/guardians within 1 month |
* The amount of time needed for testing varies by student. All times are estimates.
** Schedule dates represent the window of time during which tests may be given. Each school sets and communicates the specific date for each test.