Which grade levels participate in the CAASPP English Language Arts assessment?

The CAASPP English Language Arts assessment is specifically designed for students in grades 3 through 8 and again in grade 11. This structure is in place to ensure that students are assessed at critical points in their educational journey, allowing educators to gauge their proficiency and readiness for more advanced coursework, as well as to identify areas where improvement may be needed.

Focusing on these grade levels, the assessment takes into account developmental milestones in literacy and language arts, which are critical during those years. By administering the test in grades 3 through 8, educators can monitor progress over time, and the assessment in grade 11 serves as a final measure of students' skills before completing high school. This comprehensive approach helps ensure that students are well-prepared for college and career readiness.

The other options reflect different grade configurations that do not align with the official grade levels determined by the CAASPP guidelines and therefore would not provide the same longitudinal insights into student progress in English language arts.