Grades 3–8 Mathematics Educator Guide - Educator Guide to the Grades 3–8 Mathematics Tests

Sep 30, 2026

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Educator guidance for New York State’s Grades 3–8 mathematics assessments explains the purpose of state testing and the role of educators in developing tests. The guide overviews computer-based testing and aligns assessment structure with the Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards updated in October 2024. It includes standards for mathematical practice, grade-by-grade content areas, performance level definitions and descriptions, and how domains, clusters, and sequencing connect instruction with assessment across grades 3–8.

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Pages36

Reading Time1 h 31 min

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Foreword

New York State Grades 3–8 Testing Program

Purpose of State Testing

New York State Educators Involvement in Test Development

Computer-Based Testing

The Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards

Standards for Mathematical Practice

Performance Level Definitions

Performance Level Descriptions

Domains, Clusters, Standards, and Sequencing in Instruction and Assessment

Sequencing in Instruction and Assessment

New York State Testing Program Educator Guide to the Grades 3–8 Mathematics Tests Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards Updated: October 2024 THE UNIVERSITY OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK Regents of The University LESTER W. YOUNG, JR., Chancellor, B.S., M.S., Ed.D JUDITH CHIN, Vice Chancellor, B.S., M.S. in Ed ROGER TILLES, B.A., J.D. ................................................................................................ CHRISTINE D. CEA, B.A., M.A., Ph.D WADE S. NORWOOD, B.A JAMES E. COTTRELL, B.S., M.D. .................................................................................... CATHERINE COLLINS, R.N., N.P., B.S., M.S. in Ed., Ed.D LUIS O. REYES, B.A., M.A., Ph.D SUSAN W. MITTLER, B.S., M.S FRANCES G. WILLS, B.A., M.A., M.Ed., C.A.S., Ph.D ARAMINA VEGA FERRER, B.A., M.S. in Ed., Ph.D SHINO TANIKAWA, B.A., M.S ROGER P. CATANIA, B.A., M.A., M.S., C.A.S., Ph.D ADRIAN I. HALE, A.S., B.A HASONI L. PRATTS, B.S., M.P.A PATRICK A. MANNION, B.A., M.B.A SEEMA RIVERA, B.A., M.S., Ph.D Beechhurst Little Neck Manhasset Staten Island Rochester New York Buffalo New York Ithaca Ossining Bronx Manhattan Saranac Lake Rochester Brooklyn Fayetteville Slingerlands Commissioner of Education and President of the University Betty A. RosA, B.A., M.s. in ed., M.s. in ed., M.ed., ed.d. Senior Deputy Commissioner, Office of Education Policy JeffRey A. MAtteson Deputy Commissioner, P-12 Operational Support JAson HARMon Assistant Commissioner, Office of State Assessment ZAcHARy WARneR The State Education Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, military, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, disability, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation and criminal record in its recruitment, educational programs, services, and activities. NYSED has adopted a web accessibility policy, and publications designed for distribution can be made available in an accessible format upon request. Inquiries regarding this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the Office of Human Resources Management, Room 528 EB, Education Building, Albany, New York 12234. Copyright © 2025 by the New York State Education Department. Permission is hereby granted for school administrators and educators to reproduce these materials, located online on the NYSED website ([https://p12.nysed.gov](https://p12.nysed.gov)), in the quantities necessary for their schools’use, but not for sale, provided copyright notices are retained as they appear in these publications. Grades 3–8 Mathematics Educator Guide Foreword..................................................................................................................................... 1 New York State Grades 3–8 Testing Program .........................................................................2 Purpose of State Testing...................................................................................................2 New York State Educators Involvement in Test Development........................................2 Computer-Based Testing ..................................................................................................2 The Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards .......................................................3 Standards for Mathematical Practice ...............................................................................3 Grade 3 .............................................................................................................................3 Grade 4 .............................................................................................................................3 Grade 5 .............................................................................................................................4 Grade 6 ............................................

FAQs

What is the purpose of New York State’s Grades 3–8 mathematics testing?

The guide describes the purpose of state testing and how it supports consistent assessment for Grades 3–8 mathematics within New York’s testing program.

How do educators participate in test development?

The guide outlines educator involvement in the development of the tests used in the Grades 3–8 Mathematics Learning Standards assessment system.

How are performance levels defined and described?

The guide provides performance level definitions (including NYS Level 4 through NYS Level 1) and follow-on descriptions to explain what each level represents for student performance.

Sep 30, 2026

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