4.4.5 CAASPP Testing

The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) is the statewide assessment system used by California public schools. CAASPP provides information that can be used to monitor student progress and ensure that all students leave high school ready for college and career. All SFUSD students in grades 3-8 and 11 will participate in CAASPP testing annually in the spring.

CAASPP computer-based tests are based on California Common Core State Standards for English language arts/literacy and mathematics, and the Next Generation Science Standards for Science. These assessments include the Smarter Balanced Assessments (English Language Arts and Math) and the California Science Test (CAST), or the California Alternate Assessment for some students with disabilities.

To learn more about CAASPP testing, see sample test questions, review sample score reports, and access helpful learning resources, visit California’s Starting Smarter website: CAASPP Starting Smarter.

Individual score reports will be available to parents at the beginning of each following school year. Student score reports are viewed and downloaded through the SFUSD Family Portal (ParentVUE): portal.sfusd.edu.

Parents/Guardians have the right to request an exemption from all or part of CAASPP testing. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s participation, please contact your child’s school or the SFUSD Achievement Assessments Office at (415) 241-6400.