State Standardized Testing
CALIFORNIA STATE TESTING (CAASPP)
Each year, junior high (7th and 8th grade) and high school (11th and some 12th grade) students are required to participate in on-campus state mandated testing. The required tests are shown below, with a brief description of what your student can expect from each one. LPA students are expected to participate in taking these tests to maintain their enrollment eligibility in independent study at LPA.
California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) – Grades 7, 8, 11:
- ELA and Math: CAASPP Test - April and May testing dates. The purpose of this test is to measure student mastery of grade level knowledge.
- Science: California State Science Test - April and May testing dates. The purpose of this test is to measure student mastery of general science knowledge.
- AP Testing (Advanced Placement) - May testing dates set by The College Board: Students who pass the AP Test in their chosen subject may receive college credits for these classes.
- Physical Fitness Testing – Grades 7 and 9 - March testing date: Education Code 60800 requires school districts to administer the physical fitness test. Students will need to pass this test in the following categories: Aerobic Capacity (1 mile run), Abdominal Strength and Endurance (Curl-ups), Upper Body Strength and Endurance (Push ups), Body Composition (Height and Weight), Trunk Extensor Strength and Flexibility (Trunk Lift), and Flexibility (Back-Saver Sit and Reach).
*A NOTE ABOUT DUAL ENROLLMENT – Students who are dual enrolled will take all CAASPP tests at the LPA campus (with the exception of the PE testing). Students will be excused from any classes missed at the comprehensive site due to this state mandated testing.
