Understanding End-of-grade (EOG) and end-of-course (EOC) test results
EOG and EOC tests are one tool to measure your student’s academic readiness for the the next grade level or course. Beginning in 2014, test score reports will include new information to show parents and teachers where students excel and where they may need extra help.
NEW: Five Achievement Levels
In previous years, student test results were separated into four levels of proficiency, with Level 4 showing the highest degree of understanding. Beginning in 2014, EOG and EOC test scores will be measured on five levels.
What does this new achievement level number mean?
The new achievement levels are similar to the old ones, with the addition of a middle category that didn’t exist before. Students scoring at Levels 1 and 2 will likely need additional help next year to succeed in that subject area. Students scoring at Level 3 are considered proficient for that grade level or course, but may still need some targeted help in the next grade or course. Students scoring at Levels 4 or 5 are ready for the next grade or course, and are also on a path to be prepared for college or a career by the time they graduate. More information on achievement levels is located on the N.C. Department of Public Instruction website. >>
Why did the achievement levels change?
The State Board of Education created the new achievement levels to more accurately communicate both how well students have mastered the standards in their current grade or course, as well as how ready they are to move forward to college and a career.
What should we do next?
For more information on how to help your student, contact your child’s school. You can also read more about what your child will be learning in each grade in our Parent Guide to Common Core + New State Standards. >>