I hope you enjoy reading more about what our Middle School Students have been up to within this edition of “The Fort” and how within our work we strive to offer learning opportunities that support our students’ needs.
Other Information
Along with the RIT scores, you will also see 2 other pieces of information. Beside the RIT chart, there is also the Percentile Range. This gives you a general picture of how your child’s score compares with that of the NWEA Norms sample of students, for the same grade and subject area. For example, if your child’s score is in the 66th percentile, then they scored as well or better than 66% of all the test takers that the Norms data is based on.
Under the Reading report, you will note your child’s Estimated Lexile range. This helps teachers and the librarian when they are selecting appropriate reading material for the students.
Summary
MAP® assessment results are just a small portion of the information that teachers gather about students’ learning and the progress they are making. The results are not included in a child’s school report and will be issued as a separate report. It is beneficial to have students try their best on the MAP® tests so that we have a clearer picture of their academic growth.
Please note that the MAP® reports will be uploaded to Managebac by mid March. We recommend you take the time to look over these and discuss them with your child. If you require any further information please do not hesitate in contacting us.
We expect RIT scores to increase over time. Typically, younger students show more growth in one year than older students. Students who test above grade level often show less growth. Sometimes RIT scores may decline from one test to the next. One low test score is not cause for immediate concern. Like adults, students have good and bad days and their test results do not always indicate what they know. Students’ attitudes toward the test can also affect their score.
Parents and guardians should also become comfortable understanding that individuals will grow at different rates and that learning is not one steady, continuous climb. There will be dips and peaks in their learning journey.