IMPORTANT! Multilingual learners (MLs) are still required to take the designated MAP assessments for their specific grade level. There are no exceptions for students in grades K2–3, who must participate in MAP Reading Fluency as mandated by state regulations for identifying reading difficulties. See participation requirements here. Posted: 09/05/25
MAP Fluency Fall Testing: School Leaders, Coordinators, and proctors should review the BPS Guide to MAP Administration SY25–26 and complete MAP Growth and Fluency training in advance of testing.
Grades 1-3 ONLY Testing Window: 9/9-9/26
K2 ONLY Testing Window: 10/16-10/31
IMPORTANT! Tests taken outside of these windows will not be included in reports and will be considered "unofficial." Posted: 09/05/25
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Utilize our MAP Growth and Fluency FAQ! Get answers to all your questions about MAP Growth and Fluency assessments. Find quick solutions to ensure a smooth testing experience!
Unsure which Fluency test to assign to students? Refer to the MAP Fluency Proctor Guidance.
MAP Trainings & Webinars are available on our ODA Back to School PD Calendar
Need help during testing? Call the BPS Assessment Hotline at (617) 635-8066 - open Monday-Friday during all test windows.
NWEA MAP Reading Fluency (aka MAP Fluency) is a universal screening assessment that measures early literacy skills and oral reading fluency for emerging readers. MAP Fluency is a computer adaptive online assessment that adjusts, based on students' responses to previous questions.
In BPS, MAP Fluency is administered 3 times per year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) to Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade students AND to Grade 3 students 2 times per year (Fall and Winter).
For more information, see the SY25-26 Assessment Memo and Assessment Calendar.
MAP Fluency Dyslexia Screener
MAP Fluency Administration Webinar
MAP Fluency Administration Start Guide
MAP Fluency Student Experience (Video)
MAP Fluency Testing Checklist & Troubleshooting Guide
MAP Fluency Data Dive 1 PD (Fall)
Coming soon!
MAP Fluency MOY Data Dive PD (Winter)