SBA & WCAS Testing Results Are Out!

Graph of SBA & WCAS testing results showing students who received a score of 3 or 4. 

Last school year (2023-24), during spring, Lakes High School took part in the SBA and WCAS Testing. Students in grade 10 were tested on English language arts (ELA) and math with SBA (Smarter Balanced Assessments) tests. 11th graders were tested on Science with WCAS (Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science) tests. The state makes these tests mandatory to assess the learning growth of the students as well as the progress of the curriculum as a whole.

Most importantly, these test results show students who are on track for college-level learning without needing remedial classes and those who are not.

How are tests results scored?

The test results are scored as level 1, 2, 3, or 4.

Level 1 – indicates “below grade-level knowledge.”

Level 2 – indicates “foundational grade-level knowledge.” 

Level 3 – indicates “consistent grade-level knowledge.”

Level 4 – indicates “advanced grade-level knowledge.”

Level 3 or 4 shows the student is on track for college-level learning without remedial classes. According to the results, 51.2% of Lakes High School students scored level 3 or 4 on the ELA portion of the SBA Test (2022-23: 50.1%). In the math portion of the SBA Test, 15.4% of students scored level 3 or 4 (2022-23: 16.7%). Lastly, 41.5% of students received a level 3 or 4 on the WCAS Test (2022-23: 37.0%).  

How did Lakes High School score?

Based on the results (3 or 4), our school performed well on the ELA portion of the SBA Test, performing 14.2%p higher than the district level. However, the math portion was a challenge for many of us, performing 10.2%p lower than the district level. Lastly, students showed test results 9.0%p higher than the district level on science. 

Available resources for students at Lakes High School

Remember, these scores are just one aspect of how we are performing. Test scores are not everything, and there is always room to grow. If you need help studying, many of the Lakes teachers offer tutoring sessions after school hours where you can get one-on-one help. Ask your teachers for their availability. For more information about the test results, check out Report Card – Washington State Report Card.