Academic Test Scores

TERRA NOVA STANDARDIZED TEST - GRADES 2 THROUGH 8

Holy Trinity students in grades 2 through 8 take the Terra Nova Standardized Test each year.

The Terra Nova is a test designed to measure achievement in the basic skills taught in schools throughout the nation and at Holy Trinity Catholic School. The subject areas measured are Reading and Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies.

The Terra Nova Test is a nationally recognized test used by both public and parochial schools. The main purpose of using a standardized testing program is to provide our school with information which will strengthen programs to help our students learn. The Terra Nova results indicate student performance and mastery of specific content objectives as compared to students of their own age and grade level across the nation. Although a standardized test is generally a good indicator of how each student performs, it is not the only means used to assess performance. Each child must be viewed as a total student within any learning situation.

The testing period is determined by the CTB (the test publishers) and the Office of Catholic Education and generally occurs during the month of March or April. Parents are urged to consult the school calendar in scheduling vacations and time out of school in order to avoid any absences during this important activity.

The Terra Nova test is a norm referenced test, published and standardized by CTB McGraw Hill publishers, based on specific criteria/objectives to be mastered by students at particular grade levels.

To protect confidentiality, parents are mailed a copy of their child's test scores along with an interpretation of the results. The Terra Nova Test allows you to compare how your child is performing within the school and against the national average.

Academically Excellent Terra Nova Test Scores 2008-2009

ASSESSMENT OF CATHOLIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (ACRE) TEST - GRADE 5 AND 8

Holy Trinity students take the ACRE test each year.

The ACRE Exam measures students' knowledge about the Catholic faith, beliefs, behaviors, attitudes and practices. Scores on this test are determined by what percentile the students place compared to Catholic school peers on the same level of the exam. Fifth graders take the Level 1 exam and eighth graders take the Level 2 exam. Scores below the 64th suggest improvement is needed, scores between the 64th and 86th percentile reflect proficiency, and scores above 86th percentile indicate advanced knowledge.

The test provides information regarding our students’ understanding and living of their faith. Students in grades 5 and 8 are tested in early fall of each school year. For more complete information, visit this web link: http://ncea.caltesting.org/acre.html.