PSSA Information & FAQs

  • 2024-2025 Pennsylvania System of School Assessment

    The State of Pennsylvania is assessing students in all public schools utilizing the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA).  The assessment measures student understanding in the areas of English Language Arts including Writing, Math and Science; based on the Pennsylvania Core Standards. 

    These assessments will be administered to all students in Grades 3 through 8 between April 21, 2025 and May 9, 2025

    The PSSA English Language Arts and Math Assessments will begin promptly at 9:00am each day and conclude at approximately 11:00am.  The Grade 4 PSSA Science assessment will be administered in two separate sessions.

    Testing Schedule (9:00am-11:00am)

    • ELA – 3rd and 4th grade - TBD
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    • Math – 3rd and 4th grade –TBD
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    • Science – 4th grade only – TBD
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    Below are some additional PSSA resources-

    2024-2025 PSSA Frequently Asked Questions-Information For Parents/Guardians will be linked when available

    2024-2025 PA Dept. of Education - PSSA Electonric Device Policy will be linked when available