State Mandated Testing
Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) is the main test used to assess the progress of our students and our school. Our faculty analyzes the results of these assessments to improve the effectiveness of our curriculum and instructional practices.
CMAS Testing Times 2025-26
- Reading: April 7-9th | 9:00am-10:30am
- Math: April 7-9th | 12:30pm-1:45pm
- Science (5th grade): April 14-15th | 12:30pm - 1:45pm
No more paper-pencil testing (except for accommodations) — starts spring 2026.
Accommodations could be:
- Have a neurological disorder (such as recent concussion), a condition that causes seizures, or another health condition that prevents the student from accessing the computer
- Braille/Large Print
- Adaptive equipment is not compatible
- Students with disabilities that prevent them from utilizing devices safely may meet this criterion
If you are a parent/guardian requesting a paper version of the assessment, please email kjbetschart@dcsdk12.org.