APS SOL Scores?

[Anonymous]

Let's here from the 401s!!!

For those with 5th grade SOL scores, you'll get a letter at some point this summer saying if your kid will be in regular math with my 401 scorer or in advanced math or intensified or whatever they're calling it now.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:SOL scores (elementary) are up!

thank you.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Because they’re meaningless and no one cares?

Quit bringing facts here please.

5th grade math SOL is factored into 6th grade math placement.

What exactly are you planning to do with the SOL data now…before you receive the placement letter?

NP, does anyone know what the cutoff is for math placement? Do they only use SOL data or also use that MAP testing data? Just curious how they actually decide.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Because they’re meaningless and no one cares?

Quit bringing facts here please.

5th grade math SOL is factored into 6th grade math placement.

What exactly are you planning to do with the SOL data now…before you receive the placement letter?

NP, does anyone know what the cutoff is for math placement? Do they only use SOL data or also use that MAP testing data? Just curious how they actually decide.

I'm curious too.

This is what APS says (https://www.apsva.us/curriculum/mathematics/):
Data Points that are Considered in the Mathematics Course Recommendation Process for Rising 6th Graders Include:
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 4 Mathematics Assessment Score
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 5 Mathematics Assessment Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Quantitative Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Nonverbal Score
Grade 5 End-of-Year MAP Growth Math Assessment Score

Based on my research on DCUM, I'm guessing SOL 550 and MAP 258 are the cutoff. I'm hoping they don't look at CogAT (from what, 2nd grade??), but we never know.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Because they’re meaningless and no one cares?

Quit bringing facts here please.

5th grade math SOL is factored into 6th grade math placement.

What exactly are you planning to do with the SOL data now…before you receive the placement letter?

NP, does anyone know what the cutoff is for math placement? Do they only use SOL data or also use that MAP testing data? Just curious how they actually decide.

I'm curious too.

This is what APS says (https://www.apsva.us/curriculum/mathematics/):
Data Points that are Considered in the Mathematics Course Recommendation Process for Rising 6th Graders Include:
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 4 Mathematics Assessment Score
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 5 Mathematics Assessment Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Quantitative Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Nonverbal Score
Grade 5 End-of-Year MAP Growth Math Assessment Score

Based on my research on DCUM, I'm guessing SOL 550 and MAP 258 are the cutoff. I'm hoping they don't look at CogAT (from what, 2nd grade??), but we never know.

Interesting, thanks! Seems good they take a variety of data points, since someone could just have an off day (lucky or unlucky). Not sure what to say about CogAT, I don't even know when they did that for current 5th graders since 2nd was virtual schooling year.

Question about the SOLs in general, what are the "additional items" in each subject?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Because they’re meaningless and no one cares?

Quit bringing facts here please.

5th grade math SOL is factored into 6th grade math placement.

What exactly are you planning to do with the SOL data now…before you receive the placement letter?

NP, does anyone know what the cutoff is for math placement? Do they only use SOL data or also use that MAP testing data? Just curious how they actually decide.

I'm curious too.

This is what APS says (https://www.apsva.us/curriculum/mathematics/):
Data Points that are Considered in the Mathematics Course Recommendation Process for Rising 6th Graders Include:
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 4 Mathematics Assessment Score
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 5 Mathematics Assessment Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Quantitative Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Nonverbal Score
Grade 5 End-of-Year MAP Growth Math Assessment Score

Based on my research on DCUM, I'm guessing SOL 550 and MAP 258 are the cutoff. I'm hoping they don't look at CogAT (from what, 2nd grade??), but we never know.

Interesting, thanks! Seems good they take a variety of data points, since someone could just have an off day (lucky or unlucky). Not sure what to say about CogAT, I don't even know when they did that for current 5th graders since 2nd was virtual schooling year.

Question about the SOLs in general, what are the "additional items" in each subject?

I don’t think they actually look at cogat unless someone challenges placement

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Because they’re meaningless and no one cares?

Quit bringing facts here please.

5th grade math SOL is factored into 6th grade math placement.

What exactly are you planning to do with the SOL data now…before you receive the placement letter?

NP, does anyone know what the cutoff is for math placement? Do they only use SOL data or also use that MAP testing data? Just curious how they actually decide.

I'm curious too.

This is what APS says (https://www.apsva.us/curriculum/mathematics/):
Data Points that are Considered in the Mathematics Course Recommendation Process for Rising 6th Graders Include:
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 4 Mathematics Assessment Score
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 5 Mathematics Assessment Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Quantitative Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Nonverbal Score
Grade 5 End-of-Year MAP Growth Math Assessment Score

Based on my research on DCUM, I'm guessing SOL 550 and MAP 258 are the cutoff. I'm hoping they don't look at CogAT (from what, 2nd grade??), but we never know.

Interesting, thanks! Seems good they take a variety of data points, since someone could just have an off day (lucky or unlucky). Not sure what to say about CogAT, I don't even know when they did that for current 5th graders since 2nd was virtual schooling year.

Question about the SOLs in general, what are the "additional items" in each subject?

Additional Items
Beginning in spring 2023, the computer adaptive Standards of Learning tests will include a section of additional items at the end of the test. The computer algorithm may deliver items one grade level above or one grade-level below a student's current grade based upon the student's responses to the on-grade-level items. The Test Scaled Score (0 to 600) and corresponding performance level (i.e., pass/proficient, pass/advanced, fail/basic, fail/below basic) are based upon a student’s performance on the on-grade-level Operational Items only. The student’s responses to the on-grade-level Operational Items and the Additional Items that may be on grade level, one grade level above, or one grade level below the current grade level will be reflected in the student’s Vertical Scaled Score.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Because they’re meaningless and no one cares?

Quit bringing facts here please.

5th grade math SOL is factored into 6th grade math placement.

What exactly are you planning to do with the SOL data now…before you receive the placement letter?

NP, does anyone know what the cutoff is for math placement? Do they only use SOL data or also use that MAP testing data? Just curious how they actually decide.

I'm curious too.

This is what APS says (https://www.apsva.us/curriculum/mathematics/):
Data Points that are Considered in the Mathematics Course Recommendation Process for Rising 6th Graders Include:
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 4 Mathematics Assessment Score
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 5 Mathematics Assessment Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Quantitative Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Nonverbal Score
Grade 5 End-of-Year MAP Growth Math Assessment Score

Based on my research on DCUM, I'm guessing SOL 550 and MAP 258 are the cutoff. I'm hoping they don't look at CogAT (from what, 2nd grade??), but we never know.

Interesting, thanks! Seems good they take a variety of data points, since someone could just have an off day (lucky or unlucky). Not sure what to say about CogAT, I don't even know when they did that for current 5th graders since 2nd was virtual schooling year.

Question about the SOLs in general, what are the "additional items" in each subject?

Additional Items
Beginning in spring 2023, the computer adaptive Standards of Learning tests will include a section of additional items at the end of the test. The computer algorithm may deliver items one grade level above or one grade-level below a student's current grade based upon the student's responses to the on-grade-level items. The Test Scaled Score (0 to 600) and corresponding performance level (i.e., pass/proficient, pass/advanced, fail/basic, fail/below basic) are based upon a student’s performance on the on-grade-level Operational Items only. The student’s responses to the on-grade-level Operational Items and the Additional Items that may be on grade level, one grade level above, or one grade level below the current grade level will be reflected in the student’s Vertical Scaled Score.

Thanks!

[Anonymous]

I have no idea why my child got a 401 on their 3rd grade reading SOL. There has been no indication from the teacher, grades or any homework that they would score so low. How do I work on improving this? Or do I just chalk this up to they didn't test well that day

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I have no idea why my child got a 401 on their 3rd grade reading SOL. There has been no indication from the teacher, grades or any homework that they would score so low. How do I work on improving this? Or do I just chalk this up to they didn't test well that day

That’s a passing score , if other screenings and class work don’t indicate a problem I wouldn’t worry too much

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I have no idea why my child got a 401 on their 3rd grade reading SOL. There has been no indication from the teacher, grades or any homework that they would score so low. How do I work on improving this? Or do I just chalk this up to they didn't test well that day

My 3rd grader also got a much lower than expected reading score. He still passed so I’m not worried about it, but it looks like he bombed a whole section. Oh well, it happens.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Because they’re meaningless and no one cares?

Quit bringing facts here please.

5th grade math SOL is factored into 6th grade math placement.

What exactly are you planning to do with the SOL data now…before you receive the placement letter?

NP, does anyone know what the cutoff is for math placement? Do they only use SOL data or also use that MAP testing data? Just curious how they actually decide.

I'm curious too.

This is what APS says (https://www.apsva.us/curriculum/mathematics/):
Data Points that are Considered in the Mathematics Course Recommendation Process for Rising 6th Graders Include:
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 4 Mathematics Assessment Score
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 5 Mathematics Assessment Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Quantitative Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Nonverbal Score
Grade 5 End-of-Year MAP Growth Math Assessment Score

Based on my research on DCUM, I'm guessing SOL 550 and MAP 258 are the cutoff. I'm hoping they don't look at CogAT (from what, 2nd grade??), but we never know.

Interesting, thanks! Seems good they take a variety of data points, since someone could just have an off day (lucky or unlucky). Not sure what to say about CogAT, I don't even know when they did that for current 5th graders since 2nd was virtual schooling year.

Question about the SOLs in general, what are the "additional items" in each subject?

I don’t think this class of 5th graders ever took the CoGAt. They took some shortened version of it at some point when they were back that year, but I don’t think they ever took the same CoGAt that other grade levels took. Not sure how much it will factor into placement decisions for this particular class.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Because they’re meaningless and no one cares?

Quit bringing facts here please.

5th grade math SOL is factored into 6th grade math placement.

What exactly are you planning to do with the SOL data now…before you receive the placement letter?

NP, does anyone know what the cutoff is for math placement? Do they only use SOL data or also use that MAP testing data? Just curious how they actually decide.

I'm curious too.

This is what APS says (https://www.apsva.us/curriculum/mathematics/):
Data Points that are Considered in the Mathematics Course Recommendation Process for Rising 6th Graders Include:
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 4 Mathematics Assessment Score
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 5 Mathematics Assessment Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Quantitative Score
Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) Nonverbal Score
Grade 5 End-of-Year MAP Growth Math Assessment Score

Based on my research on DCUM, I'm guessing SOL 550 and MAP 258 are the cutoff. I'm hoping they don't look at CogAT (from what, 2nd grade??), but we never know.

Interesting, thanks! Seems good they take a variety of data points, since someone could just have an off day (lucky or unlucky). Not sure what to say about CogAT, I don't even know when they did that for current 5th graders since 2nd was virtual schooling year.

Question about the SOLs in general, what are the "additional items" in each subject?

I don’t think this class of 5th graders ever took the CoGAt. They took some shortened version of it at some point when they were back that year, but I don’t think they ever took the same CoGAt that other grade levels took. Not sure how much it will factor into placement decisions for this particular class.

The 2024 class of 5th graders took the CogAT test in 2nd grade. The CogAT report was mailed to their home address.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Because they’re meaningless and no one cares?

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I care. My elementary kid was on the bubble with some positive tests and some negative (failures). APS kept telling me kid was fine and failures were testing anxiety or not that important. Kid bombed all SOLs but APS hid that information from me for three months. SOL failure was, for us, straw that broke the camels back. Neuropsch eval revealed LDs. Accommodations and interventions caused significant in child’s testing. It’s deeply troubling to me that APS conceals this information from parents for months when teachers know immediately.

Had same issue. Have a feeling APS waits till last day so parents can't complain.

Know that if you are being told your child is doing well at school and bombing SOLs you can request private tutoring on APS dime. Please don't allow APS to get away with this. Until they bring grades back to elementary (at least upper grades) parents don't have a whole lot to go on, so SOL test scores are improtant.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I have no idea why my child got a 401 on their 3rd grade reading SOL. There has been no indication from the teacher, grades or any homework that they would score so low. How do I work on improving this? Or do I just chalk this up to they didn't test well that day

That’s a passing score , if other screenings and class work don’t indicate a problem I wouldn’t worry too much

What did they get in the Fall? Is it imporvement at least? Could easily be that your child misunderstood or rushed through the testing. But worth bringing to teacher's attention and asking what they can do to improve their scores, or why score was on lower side.