Understanding ACCESS Scores

Understanding an ACCESS Report

This video describes the ACCESS report and its various features. For more information, read this guide to ACCESS Scores.

ACCESS-Parent-Handout-English.pdf

Overview of ACCESS

Source: https://wida.wisc.edu/resources/access-ells-parent-handout-english

Scale Scores vs. Proficiency Level

Source: https://wida.wisc.edu/sites/default/files/resource/Interpretive-Guide.pdf

Exiting the Program

In North Carolina, ELL students are required to score at least a 4.8 or higher to exit the ELL program. ACCESS scores are used for instructional decisions but do not factor in promotion/retention decisions.

Proficiency Levels and English Skills

Fourth and Fifth Grade

Source: wida.us