Menu of Options

ACCUPLACER is a computerized test that assesses reading, writing, math and computer skills. The results of the assessment, in conjunction with a student’s academic background, goals and interests, are used by academic advisors and counselors to place students in a college courses that match their skill levels. 

ACT is a national college admissions exam. It measures four subjects - English, reading, math and science. The highest possible score for each subject is 36.

Reading, Writing and Communicating:
18 on ACT English

ACT WorkKeys is an assessment that tests students’ job skills in applied reading, writing, mathematics and 21st century skills. Scores are based on job profiles that help employers select, hire, train, develop and retain a high-performance workforce. Students must score at the bronze level (a score of at least 3) in all three assessments--Applied Mathematics, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents--and they will earn the ACT’s National Career Readiness Certificate.

Reading, Writing and Communicating:
Bronze or higher

AP exams test students’ ability to perform at a college level. Districts choose which AP exams will fulfill this menu option. Scores range from 1 to 5 (highest).

Reading, Writing and Communicating:
2

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a comprehensive test that helps determine students’ eligibility and suitability for careers in the military. Students who score at least 31 on the AFQT are eligible for service (along with other standards that include physical condition and personal conduct). Students who take the ASVAB are not required to enlist in the military.

Reading, Writing and Communicating:
31 on the AFQT

Concurrent Enrollment provides students the opportunity to enroll in postsecondary courses, simultaneously earning high school and college credit. School districts and institutions of higher education each determine passing grades for credit and concurrent enrollment. An eligible concurrent enrollment course is 1) the prerequisite directly prior to a credit-bearing course or 2) a credit-bearing course, and 3)governed by a district-level cooperative agreement of MOU.  Districts choose which courses will fulfill this option.

Reading, Writing and Communicating:
Passing grade per district and higher education policy

A capstone is the culminating exhibition of a student’s project or experience that demonstrates academic and intellectual learning. Capstone projects are district determined and often include a portfolio of a student’s best work.

Reading, Writing and Communicating:
Individualized

Industry certificates are credentials recognized by business and industry. They are are district determined, measure a student’s competency in an occupation, and they validate a knowledge base and skills that show mastery in a particular industry.

Reading, Writing and Communicating:
Individualized

IB exams assess students enrolled in the official IB Diploma Programme. Districts choose which IB exams will fulfill this option. Scores range from 1 to 7 (highest).

Reading, Writing and Communicating:
4

The SAT is a college entrance exam. The SAT includes sections on reading, writing and math. The highest possible score for each section is 800. 

Reading, Writing and Communicating:
470

*480: Beginning with Digital SAT in 2023-24, extending through 2025-26
500: 2022-23 and prior to Digital SAT

For the collaboratively developed, standards-based performance assessment option, students use an authentic demonstration of academic knowledge and Essential Skills through the creation of a complex product or presentation. 

Reading, Writing and Communicating:
State-wide scoring criteria