NWEA MAP Growth Assessments

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MAP Growth is a computer-adaptive assessment that provides each student with a unique set of questions based on their responses. As students answer correctly, questions become more challenging. If students answer incorrectly, questions become easier. By the end of the assessment, most students will have answered approximately half of the questions correctly, which is expected for adaptive assessments.

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The purpose of MAP Growth is to help educators understand each student's current academic achievement, measure growth over time, and identify areas of strength and opportunities for improvement. Results are used to determine students' present levels of performance and to inform individualized learning plans.

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The MAP Growth assessment will be administered in Reading and Mathematics. Participation is required for all Jennings Community School students.

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MAP Growth Testing Windows (Grades 7–12):

• Fall: October 19–31, 2026
• Spring: April 5–23, 2027

Students should expect to spend approximately 2–4 hours completing the assessments.

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English Language Proficiency Assessments

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The ACCESS for ELLs and Alternate ACCESS for ELLs are statewide assessments developed by the WIDA Consortium and administered to students identified as English Learners. These assessments measure students' progress toward Minnesota's English Language Development Standards.

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Most English Learners will take ACCESS for ELLs. Students receiving special education services who meet participation criteria may take the Alternate ACCESS for ELLs. Results are used to determine students' current English language proficiency and to guide instructional planning.

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ACCESS for ELLs Testing Window:

• January–March 2027 (State-established testing window; Jennings will notify families of specific testing dates.)

Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA)

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The Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA) and the Minnesota Test of Academic Skills (MTAS) are Minnesota's statewide accountability assessments. These assessments measure student progress toward the Minnesota Academic Standards and fulfill federal accountability requirements under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA).

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Most students participate in the MCA. Students receiving special education services who meet eligibility requirements may participate in the MTAS. Results are used to determine students' present levels of performance and to inform instructional planning.

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MCA Testing Window:

• March 26–May 14, 2027