National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)
Program Overview
NAEP, also known as the “Nation’s Report Card,” is the only nationally representative and continuing assessment of what America’s students know and can do. The Idaho State Board of Education includes NAEP (at grades 4, 8, and 12) in the state testing program because it gives us comparative state and national information about student achievement in reading, mathematics, science, and writing. Students enrolled in Idaho public schools (and charter schools) participate in NAEP if selected, just like any other state assessment.
2025-2026 Important Dates
| Title | Dates | Description |
|---|---|---|
| District Notification | June 2026 (pending Federal OMB approval) | Selection email is sent to Superintendents and District Test Coordinators. |
| Register for AMS (DTC, principal, school coordinator) | September 2026 | Designate school coordinator to provide logistical details to NAEP assessment team. |
| NAEP Assessment Window | January 26 – March 20, 2026 | Selected schools will participate in NAEP |
| NAEP | Winter 2026-2027 | NAEP |
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Kristi Pierce
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(208) 219-8853
naep@sde.idaho.gov