In the fall of 1997, a graduation exit exam will be added. It is also questionable whether the test fully assesses the standards, as it is a mostly multiple-choice test. Unfortunately, a high school exam test requirement is being phased in. Items are pre-tested and analyzed for bias. The committee makes recommendations to the Education Department, which makes the final determination.
Students appear to be given adequate opportunity to learn about the assessment.
Demographic data are not presented. IEP or LEP students may be exempted from assessment. IEP students are excluded from regular reports. Test information, including samples, examples and scoring guides, is provided to teachers, administrators, parents and policymakers. A short practice exam is available to students for format familiarity.