NEW YORK STATE GRADE 8 INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL SCIENCE TEST - 2023 Written Test Performance Test, Form A

Oct 15, 2026

Manual for administrators and teachers providing operational guidance for the New York State Grade 8 Intermediate-Level Science Test. Covers general features, school-level information, test forms, scanning of machine-scorable answer sheets, reporting results, and the administration schedule. Includes instructions for student eligibility, testing accommodations, and test security, along with certificates and emergency supply procedures. Provides preparation steps, room selection, administrator orientation, student orientation, supervision, and how to evaluate and record results, including individual outcomes and answer-paper review.

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Pages76

Reading Time3 h 12 min

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General Features of the Grade 8 Intermediate-Level Science Test

Information for School Administrators

General Information

Test Forms

Scanning of Machine-Scorable Answer Sheets

Reporting Test Results

Administration Schedule

Students to Be Tested

Testing Accommodations

Security of the Tests

Test Certificates

Emergency Supply of Test Materials

Test Preparations and Other Guidelines

Administration of the Tests

Orientation of Test Administrators

Preparation of Students for Testing

Selecting the Testing Room(s)

Preparation of the Testing Room(s)

Supervision of Students

Evaluating School Results on the Grade 8 Intermediate-Level Science Test

Recording Test Scores and Storing Student Answer Papers

Individual Student Results

Review of Answer Papers by Students and Parents

Online Submission of Teacher Evaluations of the Test to the Department

NEW YORK STATE GRADE 8 INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL SCIENCE TEST Manual for Administrators and Teachers 2023 Written Test Performance Test, Form A The University of the State of New York THE STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Albany, New York 12234 • [www.nysed.gov](www.nysed.gov) THE UNIVERSITY OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK Regents of The University LESTER W. YOUNG, JR., CHANCELLOR, B.S., M.S., Ed.D JOSEPHINE VICTORIA FINN, VICE CHANCELLOR, B.A., J.D ROGER TILLES, B.A., J.D CHRISTINE D. CEA, B.A., M.A., Ph.D WADE S. NORWOOD, B.A KATHLEEN M. CASHIN, B.S., M.S., Ed.D JAMES E. COTTRELL, B.S., M.D JUDITH CHIN, B.S., M.S. in Ed CATHERINE COLLINS, R.N., N.P., B.S., M.S. in Ed., Ed.D ELIZABETH S. HAKANSON, A.S., B.A., M.S., C.A.S 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 RUTH B. TURNER, BSW, LCSW, M.Ed.……………………………………………… 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 Beechhurst Monticello Manhasset Staten Island Rochester Brooklyn New York Little Neck Buffalo Syracuse New York Ithaca Ossining Rochester Bronx Manhattan Saranac Lake 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 JAMES N. BALDWIN 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 © 2023 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 ([http://www.nysed.gov/](http://www.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. Contents General Features of the Grade 8 Intermediate-Level Science Test................................................... 1 Information for School Administrators ...............................................................................................2 General Information.........................................................................................................................2 Test Forms ......................................................................................................................................2 Scanning of Machine-Scorable Answer Sheets ...............................................................................2 Reporting Test Results ....................................................................................................................2 Administration Schedule ..................................................................................................................3 Students to Be Tested .....................................................................................................................3 Testing Accommodations ................................................................................................................4 Security of the Tests......................................................................................................

FAQs

What document type is this and who is it intended for?

It is a manual for school administrators and teachers to guide the operation of the New York State Grade 8 Intermediate-Level Science Test.

What topics are covered for test administration?

It includes general information and test forms, scanning of machine-scorable answer sheets, reporting test results, the administration schedule, and the preparation and supervision of students.

How are test results and answer papers handled after testing?

The manual explains recording test scores and storing student answer papers, reviewing results for individual students, and supporting student and parent review of answer papers.

Oct 15, 2026

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