Measurements of Student Progress (Grades 3-8)

The Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) is the state’s exam for students in grades 3-8. The MSP name conveys the goal of the test: to measure student progress. State testing should never be the sole judge of a student’s academic skills and knowledge. A student’s entire performance should always be considered.

The MSP reading, math and science exams take one day. The writing exam takes two days. The MSP is also available in an online format. In spring 2012, grade 3 will be added.

Schools and districts have the choice to pick their testing days within the testing windows. The 2012 MSP testing windows for grades 3–8 are:

• Online: April 25–June 1
• Paper/pencil: April 25–May 17

View the Spring 2012 Testing Windows calendar.