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 testing windows, calendars, reminders, and information for families.

Family Support

Access resources to help families understand assessments, scores, and ways to support students.

Louisiana Department of Education Assessment Information

Visit the Louisiana Department of Education for official assessment calendars, testing information, and statewide assessment resources.

Testing Calendar & Important Dates

2026-2027 Louisiana Department of Education Assessment Calendar

Families and educators may view the online state assessment calendar or print the 2026–2027 LDOE assessment calendar PDF.

Families should watch for school and district communications with specific testing dates, reminders, and student instructions. Schools will share information about testing schedules, arrival times, materials, attendance expectations, and any make-up testing opportunities.

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.
  • Review school testing reminders carefully.
  • Help students arrive on time and prepared.
  • 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.

Test Preparation

Consistent classroom participation and familiarity with assessment tools can help students approach testing with confidence.

Students can prepare for assessments by participating in daily instruction, completing class assignments, reviewing teacher feedback, and using available practice resources when provided.

Official Louisiana practice and student resources are available below for families and students who would like additional information.

Helpful Assessment Resources

Use these resources for additional state assessment information, practice materials, student resources, and APS student progress information.

Louisiana Assessment Resources

Access Louisiana assessment information and statewide resources.

View Assessment Resources

Practice Tests

Access Louisiana practice testing resources for students.

View Practice Tests

Student Resources

Find state assessment resources designed for students and families.

View Student Resources

Student Progress Center

Access the APS Student Progress Center for student information and available academic records.

Open Student Progress Center

Need Assessment Help?

Contact your child's school for assessment questions, testing schedules, score information, make-up testing, or student-specific support.

ASSESSMENTS