Understanding student needs is the first step toward deciding what to do next. An if–then approach helps educators connect learning evidence with purposeful action: If this is what we’re seeing, then how should we respond?

Just how trusted, how powerful, how reliable are NWEA MAP Growth and MAP Reading Fluency? The numbers speak for themselves.

Peek in on Instructional Specialist Michelle Wiley as she leads groups of students through a session discussing their assessment data.

Laura Tobias of State College Area School District, PA, uses MAP Growth data to guide her conversations with teachers, implement new programs, and drive student growth.

This study sets college readiness performance benchmarks on the MAP® Growth™ reading and mathematics assessments for students in grades 6 through 11. These benchmarks indicate whether students are likely to score at or above college readiness thresholds on ACT® and SAT® math and reading tests.

This guide provides information on ways districts and schools could use MAP Growth data to inform placement into Algebra 1, including how to select appropriate benchmarks, what does meeting an Algebra 1 readiness benchmark mean, and what benchmarks can and cannot tell educators. This guide replaces a previous version published in 2024.

See how MAP Growth Reports empower educators at all levels—teachers, school and district leaders, and families—to make informed decisions that drive student growth. Discover a variety of intuitive and detailed reports to turn data into narratives that guide academic progress and improve educational outcomes.