Standardized Tests and Accommodations

Summary:

This page provides general information about standardized tests and accommodations, and how to access information about allowable accommodations and necessary documentation regarding eligibility.

A standardized test is designed to be administered, scored, and interpreted in the same manner for all individuals. Standardized tests are frequently use by school districts to measure academic achievement. Many colleges and universities require students to submit the results of a standardized test prior to admission. Standardized tests are also used to qualify individuals for certain occupational certificates or licenses.

The test administrator's manual for each standardized test provides information about allowable accommodations. Students must provide documentation of their disability in order to be eligible for accommodations on standardized tests.

A description and contact information about testing accommodations and required documentation for students with disabilities for specific standardized tests can be found by following the links.

Academic Achievement Tests

• Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT)
• Stanford 10 and Metropolitan 8
• Terra Nova (CAT)
• Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS)

High School Diploma Test

• Tests of General Educational Development (GED Tests)

College Entrance Exams

• SAT
• American College Test (ACT)

Armed Services Qualifying Exam

• Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)