Delaware Student Testing Program Explained

Delaware Student Testing Program
Acronym:DSTP
Type:Test
Skills Tested:Progress towards the Delaware Content Standards
Offered:Grades 2-11
Regions:Delaware

The Delaware Student Testing Program (DSTP) is a test designed to measure progress towards the Delaware Content Standards. Students are tested in grades 2 - 10 in reading and mathematics, grades 5, 8, and 10 in writing, and grades 4, 6, 8, and 11 in science and social studies.[1]

The program has been criticized by parents for being ineffective and distorted.[2]

References

  1. Web site: Delaware Student Testing Program Frequently Asked Questions . 2009-04-27 . October 2008 . Education, Delaware Department of . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090418063620/http://www.doe.k12.de.us//AAB/files/DSTP%20-%20Revised%20FAQ-1008.pdf . 2009-04-18 .
  2. Web site: Delaware parents question value, effectiveness of state test. Bies. Jessica. delawareonline. en. 2020-05-05.