I don't think they've studied this enough. Lowell Harris, the state's director of exceptional programs, says they should be tested. They are very important students, and we have to count them in. A child may need a modification to successfully complete a test in reading, writing or math. The state says a child's teachers and parents together must decide what would be the best approach.
Local schools can modify testing for children depending on their needs.
For example, a blind student can take a braille test. Some kids will get more time while others may take an oral test. Some children who cannot take the regular test will get an alternative test the state is still developing. A computerized version will measure their actual learning level. Others will be evaluated by a portfolio of work.