Assessments
Assessment information and resources for students, families, and educators in Avoyelles Parish Schools.
Why Assessments Matter
Assessments help schools measure student progress, identify academic strengths and needs, guide instruction, and support planning for student success. State and district assessments provide important information for students, families, teachers, schools, and the district.
State Testing
Learn about required state assessments and how they support student learning and school accountability.
Testing Windows
Find important state and district testing windows, calendars, reminders, and information for families.
Family Support
Access resources to help families understand assessments, student scores, and ways to support students.
State Assessments
Louisiana students participate in state assessments designed to measure academic progress and readiness for future learning.
LEAP Assessments
Louisiana Educational Assessment Program assessments measure student performance in core academic subjects and provide information about progress toward Louisiana Student Standards.
ACT & College/Career Readiness
High school students participate in assessments that provide information about college, career, and postsecondary readiness.
- ACT
- ACT WorkKeys
- Advanced Placement assessments
- College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
Louisiana Department of Education Assessment Information
Visit the Louisiana Department of Education for statewide assessment information, testing resources, calendars, practice materials, and guidance.
Testing Calendar & Important Dates
Review state and Avoyelles Parish assessment calendars for important testing windows and dates during the 2026-2027 school year.
2026-2027 Louisiana Department of Education Assessment Calendar
View the statewide assessment schedule online or download and print the official Louisiana Department of Education assessment calendar.
2026-2027 Avoyelles Parish District Assessment Calendar
View Avoyelles Parish Schools assessment dates and district testing information for the 2026-2027 school year.
Test Preparation & Online Testing Tools
Practice resources can help students become familiar with assessment formats, online testing tools, question types, and testing procedures.
LEAP Practice Tests
Students can use Louisiana's official practice resources to become familiar with LEAP assessment formats and question types.
Online Testing Tools Training
Students can practice using the tools and features available in Louisiana's online testing system before participating in an online assessment.
State Placement Test
The Louisiana State Placement Test may be used in certain situations to help determine appropriate grade-level placement. Families can review the Louisiana Department of Education overview and parent guide for additional information.
State Placement Test Information
These Louisiana Department of Education resources explain the purpose of the State Placement Test, testing requirements, and information families should know about the placement process.
K-3 Literacy Assessment
Early literacy screening helps educators identify student strengths, determine where additional support may be needed, and monitor reading progress throughout the school year.
K-3 Literacy Screener
The literacy screener measures important early reading skills and helps teachers identify students who may need additional support or intervention.
Screening is administered during beginning-of-year, middle-of-year, and end-of-year assessment windows.
mCLASS Home Connect
Families can use Home Connect resources to learn more about literacy screening results and ways to support reading development at home.
Family Resources
Families play an important role in helping students feel prepared and confident before, during, and after testing.
How Families Can Help
- Make sure students attend school on testing days.
- Encourage students to get a good night's sleep before testing.
- Review school testing reminders carefully.
- Help students arrive at school on time and prepared.
- Encourage students to do their best without creating unnecessary pressure.
- Contact the school with questions about testing schedules.
Understanding Scores
Assessment results help families and educators understand student progress. Schools can help families review score reports and identify next steps for support or enrichment.
Louisiana Student Standards
Louisiana Student Standards describe what students are expected to know and be able to do at each grade level and in each subject area.
Academic Standards
Families and educators can review Louisiana's academic standards to better understand the knowledge and skills measured through classroom instruction and state assessments.
Need Assessment Help?
Contact your child's school for questions about assessment schedules, student scores, make-up testing, accommodations, or student-specific testing information.