Testing at LCS

Standardized testing provides valuable insight into student growth, the effectiveness of our curriculum and instruction, and students’ readiness for college, career, and citizenship. We consider test results alongside other measures to gain a more complete picture of student achievement and educational effectiveness.

Test	Date and Location	Grade Level(s)	Purpose and Summary	Cost
PSAT 9	April at LCS	9	The PSAT 9 provides a snapshot of students’ academic growth and readiness for future college-level work. Results help students and teachers identify areas of strength, recognize opportunities for growth, and focus their preparation where additional support or practice may be helpful.	Free for LCS Students
PSAT 10	April at LCS	10	The PSAT 10 provides a snapshot of students’ academic growth and readiness for future college-level work. Results help students and teachers identify areas of strength, recognize opportunities for growth, and focus their preparation where additional support or practice may be helpful.	Free for LCS Students
PSAT	October at LCS	11	The PSAT is a preparatory assessment for the SAT and serves as the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test for eligible juniors. It measures students’ skills in Reading and Writing and Mathematics, while providing insight into their academic strengths and areas for growth as they prepare for college.	Free for LCS Students
SAT	April at LCS	12	The SAT is a college entrance exam used for admission, scholarship consideration, and course placement. It assesses skills in Reading and Writing and Mathematics, providing students with insight into their academic strengths and areas for growth. Most colleges accept either the SAT or ACT. More information can be found at www.collegeboard.com.	Free for LCS Students
NWEA MAP Growth	Fall and Spring at LCS	K-8	NWEA MAP Growth assessments are administered to students in grades K–8 in Reading, Language Usage, and Mathematics. Results help teachers understand each student’s progress, identify strengths and areas for growth, and tailor instruction to support continued learning.	Free for LCS Students