Math
California Common Core math skills for each grade.
- Number and operations
- Algebraic thinking
- Data and problem solving
How we prepareCommon Core aligned lessons, with practice on the item types used on the test.
Grades 3 to 8
Online CAASPP Test Prep for California Students
Live online CAASPP prep for California students in Grades 3 to 8. Math and ELA lessons built on the Common Core, with practice for the Smarter Balanced question types.
What CAASPP Measures
CAASPP uses the Smarter Balanced tests. We teach the skills, then practice the question formats.
English Language Arts
Reading, writing, listening and research.
- Comprehension across genres
- Vocabulary and author's craft
- Written responses
How we prepareClose reading, with short and extended response practice.
Performance Tasks
Longer, multi-step tasks that use research and reasoning.
- Reading sources and taking notes
- Planning and writing a response
- Showing math reasoning step by step
How we preparePractice with longer tasks, step by step, so students pace themselves well.
What to Focus on by Grade Band
Pick a grade band and try a question.
Grades 3 to 5
Build the base for CAASPP math and ELA.
- Place value and fractions
- Main idea and key details
- Short written responses
Try a sample question
What is 9 × 6?
The correct answer is B (54).
Grades 6 to 8
Move to ratios, algebra and longer texts.
- Ratios, percentages and algebra
- Text evidence and inference
- Research-based writing
Try a sample question
What is 15% of 60?
The correct answer is B (9).
Understanding CAASPP Results
CAASPP reports four achievement levels for each subject.
See Where Your Child Sits- Standard ExceededSkills go above the grade-level standard.
- Standard MetSkills meet the grade-level standard.
- Standard Nearly MetSkills are close, and extra support helps.
- Standard Not MetSkills are below the standard and need significant support.
CAASPP Questions From Parents
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Message Us on WhatsAppIs CAASPP the same as Smarter Balanced?
CAASPP is California's testing program. Its math and English tests are the Smarter Balanced Summative Assessments. They are online and adaptive, with a performance task.
Do you follow the California Common Core?
Yes. Our lessons follow the California Common Core State Standards for each grade.
When should we start preparing?
A couple of months before the test window is a good start, with a little practice each week.
What if my child scored Standard Not Met?
We start with a free assessment to find the gaps, then build a plan to close them.
How will I know if my child is improving?
Regular quiz results and parent reports show progress skill by skill.
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