New Jersey standardized test prep

In New Jersey, there are several state assessments designed to measure students' academic progress across different grade levels. Here are the key tests available:

New Jersey State Assessments (NJSLA)
- Grades 3-8 (ELA and Mathematics): The New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA) are given annually to students in grades 3 through 8. These tests assess proficiency in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics and are typically administered in spring (usually April or May).
- Grades 5, 8, and 11th grade (Science): The NJSLA Science test is administered to students in grades 5 and 8, as well as to high school juniors (typically 11th grade). This assessment measures students' understanding of scientific concepts. It is typically given in the spring.
ACCESS for ELLs
- This test is designed for English Language Learners (ELLs) to assess their English language proficiency. It is administered annually, usually between January and March.
New Jersey Alternate Assessment (NJAA)
- The NJAA is for students with significant cognitive disabilities who cannot participate in the general state assessments. It is an alternative assessment for ELA, Math, and Science, and is typically administered in spring.
New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJGPA)
- 11th Grade: This is a high school assessment that measures students' readiness for graduation. It is administered in spring to students in 11th grade and focuses on ELA and Math. The NJGPA is part of the state’s graduation requirements and serves as a substitute for the PARCC (Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers) exam.

Do Homeschoolers Have To Take Standardized Tests in New Jersey?

According to New Jersey homeschool laws, families are not required to keep specific records related to student progress. Although standardized testing is not a requirement for homeschoolers in New Jersey, many families use regular assessments as a way to track their student’s progress year to year. While homeschoolers are not eligible to take the NJSLA or other state assessments, many private nationally-normed tests are available for use.

How Time4Learning Can Help With New Jersey Test Prep

Time4Learning’s curriculum not only provides standards-based instruction in areas that are most often tested on nationally-normed tests, but it also provides test prep practice to help your child succeed.

Below are some of the reasons that families in New Jersey rely on Time4Learning to help prepare their children and teens for annual assessments.

Practice test simulations are part of our online curriculum in grades 3-8 to help students reduce test taking anxiety.
A monthly subscription to Time4Learning includes access to all of the lessons, activities, games, and videos for an entire grade level of courses. Students preparing for the NJSLA can focus on exactly the topics and concepts they need extra help with.
Our online science curriculum makes science entertaining and accessible for even the most science-resistant students. It’s a perfect supplement to help prep your students for the NJSLA science assessment.
Many families use Time4Learning as an ESL supplement to help them refine and practice the skills addressed in the ACCESS for ELLs.
High school students registered with Time4Learning can access up to four courses of their choice, from English to Earth Science to Geometry…plus many more. Preparing for standardized testing can be as convenient as logging into our high school curriculum from anywhere.
Our curriculum is supportive of different learning styles and students with different learning abilities.

Through preparation and practice, your child can achieve successful results on their New Jersey standardized test scores. In addition, skill-building programs like Time4Learning can prepare your child and build their confidence before they walk in the door.

Legal note

We have done our best to ensure the accuracy of this information, however it should not be interpreted as legal advice. It is your responsibility to interpret and understand the laws that you will be homeschooling under.