How to Read Your Score Report

 

 

For each test or sub-test, examinee performance is evaluated against an established standard.

A National Benchmark score has been established for each test; however, states that accept the NES tests for teacher certification may set their own passing score, independent of the National Benchmark.

 

Teacher candidates should confirm the test's passing score through the applicable teacher certification agency in the relevant state.

 

The total test or sub-test score is based on the number of raw score points earned on each section (multiple-choice section and, for some tests, constructed-response section); the proportion accounted for by each section, if applicable; and the scaling of that score. Raw scores are converted to a scale of 100 to 300.

 

Scoring constructed responses. Information about the scoring of constructed responses, including performance characteristics and the score scale, is available in the preparation materials.