English Language Learning
Annual Assessment - ACCESS for ELLs®
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is an annual assessment of English Language Proficiency Required?
- What is ACCESS for ELLs®?
- What is the difference between ACCESS for ELLs® and the W-APT® screener?
- Who is required to take ACCESS for ELLs®?
- What score does a student have to obtain to be considered English language proficient?
- Who can administer the ACCESS for ELLs® assessment?
- How do I get trained to administer the ACCESS for ELLs®?
- Are private schools required to give ACCESS for ELLs®?
ACCESS® Score Reports
- ACCESS for ELLs® English Language Learners Summary Reports and the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

- Understanding ACCESS for ELLs® Scores and Reports

- Translations of Parent Guardian Reports
ACCESS Resources
- Test Coordination Planning Sheet

- Accommodations for Students with Special Needs

- Criteria for tier placement
ACCESS for ELLs 2011-2012
- 2012 Testing Schedule and Order Dates
- Guidelines for ACCESS Testing of Newly Enrolled Students
- Changes to Speaking and Writing Domains
- ACCESS Test Administration Manual 2011-2012
ACCESS for ELLs 2010-2011
- Snow Days and the 2011 ACCESS Test Windows
- Test Windows and Order Dates for 2011

- Changes from WiDA

- ACCESS Test Administration Manual 2010-2011








