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Early Assessment Program (EAP) - SBAC

EARLY ASSESSMENT PROGRAM AND THE CSU'S
 
In the 11th grade, every LAUSD student takes a test called the Smarter Balanced Assessments for English and Math. These tests measure student progress in English and Math, but are also used by the CSU's to determine college readiness.
 
You will receive your test results via U.S. mail in September of your senior year. If you do not receive it, check with the school. We also receive a copy of your tests scores.
 
Based on your test scores you are classified into one of four different categories:
  1. Ready
    Students who score at the highest performance level (“Standard Exceeded” [Level 4]) are considered ready for English and/or mathematics college-level coursework and are exempt from taking the CSU English Placement Test (EPT) and/or Entry Level Mathematics (ELM) exam. These students will be able to register in college degree-bearing courses upon entering the CSU or a participating CCC. Students are encouraged to continue preparation during the twelfth grade.
  2. Conditionally Ready
    Students who score at the “Standard Met” (Level 3) performance level are considered conditionally ready for English and/or mathematics college-level coursework and are exempt from taking the EPT and/or ELM exam. However, they must take an approved English and/or mathematics course in twelfth grade and receive a grade of “C” or better. Students that do not meet the conditional requirement will need to participate in the CSU’s Early Start Program, unless exemption was met through another pathway.
  3. Not Yet Ready
    Students who score at the “Standard Nearly Met” (Level 2) performance level are considered not yet ready for English and/or mathematics college-level coursework and will need additional preparation in the twelfth grade. They will also be required to take the EPT and/or ELM exam unless they meet the exemption criteria through another pathway.
  4. Not Ready
    Students who score at the “Standard Not Met” (Level 1) performance level are considered not ready for English and/or mathematics college-level coursework. They will need substantial improvement to demonstrate knowledge and skills needed for success in entry-level credit-bearing college coursework after high school
If you are planning to attend a CSU you must meet the "Ready" or "Conditionally Ready" level.
 
If you need more info on the CSU Early Start Program click on the following link: http://earlystart.csusuccess.org/