Proficiency Scales

District Proficiency Scale

A proficiency scale communicates learning in relation to academic standards. The district proficiency scale describes the proficiency levels used to communicate student learning across K-12 content areas.

Standard Proficiency Scales

Standard proficiency scales describe & communicate the proficiency levels for a particular standard. They contain the most critical learning targets encompassed within a standard and they place the focus on the evidence of learning that a student has provided, as indicated by the criteria of the standard. High quality standard proficiency scales provide clarity for students, families, and teachers on the learning expectations.


Resources for Developing & Using Standard Proficiency Scales

Training Module: Standard Proficiency Scales

Resources for Developing Scales

Using Scales for Planning - Teacher Resources

Resources for Students - Using Scales

Student Learning Target Checklist & Video Explanation - Example of student checklist for learning targets & evidence

Student Reflection - Example of student reflection and/or evidence collection