Ohio's State Tests
Federal and state laws require all districts to test all students in specific grades and courses. There is no law that allows a parent or student to opt out of state testing, nor is there a state test opt-out procedure or form. If a parent withdraws their child from participation in certain state tests, there may be consequences for the child, the child’s teacher, and the school and district. State achievement tests tell us how well Coldwater’s students are growing in the knowledge and skills outlined in Ohio’s Learning Standards. These tests help guide and strengthen future teaching so we can be sure that we are preparing our students for long-term success in school, college, careers, and life. Test results also allow citizens to know how their local schools are performing compared to others around the state. Ohio has worked to improve its tests based partly on parent feedback. You will continue to see your child’s critical-thinking, problem-solving, and writing skills tested, in addition to your child’s subject knowledge.
The following tests will be given at grade levels 3-8.
English Language Arts: Grades 3-8
Mathematics: Grades 3-8
Science: Grade 5, Grade 8
http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Testing/Ohios-State-Test-in-ELA-Math-Science-SocialStudies
Classes of 2018 and beyond – End-of-course tests in English language arts II, algebra I, geometry (or integrated mathematics I and II), biology, American history and American government.
Please refer to the Curriculum tab for more information regarding graduation requirements.
Student and Families Ohio State Tests Information
Ohio law (Ohio Revised Code 3313.6029) requires districts, community schools, STEM schools and chartered nonpublic schools to report the results of Ohio’s State Tests to students’ parents or guardians no later than June 30 of each year. Coldwater families can access results via the district's secure portal (Progress Book).
The required test reporting date of June 30 applies to Ohio’s State Tests in grades 3 through 8 and the high school end-of-course tests. The June 30 reporting date does not include the Ohio English Language Proficiency Assessments (OELPS, OELPA and Alt-OELPA), the Alternate Assessment for Students with the Most Significant Cognitive Disabilities (AASCD), ACT or SAT.
Parents can interpret their child’s test results using The Family Score Reports Interpretive Guide(s):
OST Fall Grade 3 ELA Interpretive Guide
OST Fall High School Interpretive Guide
OST Spring Grade 3 ELA Interpretive Guide