Assessments
NYSITELL
New York State Identification Test for English Language Learners
The purpose of the NYSITELL is to assess the English language proficiency level of new entrants whose primary language is a language other than English as indicated on their Home Language Questionnaire. http://www.nysed.gov/bilingual-ed/ell-identification-placementhome-language-questionnaire
This test is administered only to students who are new to the country or school district.
It is used to determine if a student qualifies for ENL services.
NYSESLAT
New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test
This test is given only once a year in the spring.
It assesses a student’s English proficiency in listening, speaking, reading & writing.
The results of this test determine how much English language support the student needs.
When a student attains the proficiency level of commanding, up to two years of continued support services are offered.
http://www.nysed.gov/bilingual-ed/former-english-language-learnermultilingual-learner-service