While more than 90 percent of Washington students will test online this spring, a paper-and-pencil version of Smarter Balanced will be made available to districts that request it.

Washington’s math and reading assessment is the Smarter Balanced exam, while science proficiency is measured via the Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science.

Montana schools are hoping for a smoother ride during statewide standardized testing that was plagued by technical glitches last year.

Students Using Lexia Core5 Reading Outperformed Their Peers On the Smarter Balanced English Language Arts/Literacy Assessment. Business Wire; Jun 23, 2025 Jun 23, 2025; ...