NWEA Test Scores
Measuring Growth While Educating the Whole Child
Academic Growth at Immanuel Lutheran School
At Immanuel Lutheran School, we are committed to educating the whole child—academically, spiritually, and socially. As part of that commitment, we use trusted assessment tools to measure student growth and guide instruction while maintaining a Christ-centered learning environment.
Students in Kindergarten through Grade 8 participate in NWEA MAP® (Measures of Academic Progress) assessments three times throughout the school year. These assessments help teachers understand where students are academically and how to best support their continued growth.
Understanding NWEA MAP Assessments
NWEA MAP assessments measure student progress in:
- Mathematics
- Reading
- Language Usage
The assessments are adaptive, meaning questions adjust based on student responses. This allows teachers to see not just whether a student meets grade-level expectations, but how much growth they make over time.
Assessment results are used to:
- Identify strengths and areas for growth
- Inform instructional planning
- Provide individualized academic support
- Monitor progress throughout the school year
NWEA MAP Results: 2022–2023 School Year
The table below shows the percentage of students performing at or above grade level at the conclusion of the 2022–2023 school year.
| Grade | Math | Reading | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 85% | 80% | Test Not Taken |
| 1st Grade | 68% | 82% | Test Not Taken |
| 2nd Grade | 76% | 76% | 86% |
| 3rd Grade | 62% | 79% | 82% |
| 4th Grade | 79% | 79% | 79% |
| 5th Grade | 59% | 59% | 77% |
| 6th Grade | 80% | 87% | 73% |
| 7th Grade | 75% | 56% | 63% |
| 8th Grade | 83% | 78% | 87% |
The majority of Immanuel Lutheran School students perform at or above grade level, and we continue to see growth as instructional strategies and support resources expand.
Multiple Measures of Student Success
NWEA MAP assessments are just one part of how student learning is evaluated at Immanuel Lutheran School. Teachers also use a variety of additional tools and observations to gain a complete picture of student progress.
Additional assessments include:
- ESGI assessments for Kindergarten students
- Fountas & Pinnell Benchmark Assessments for reading levels
- Kindergarten through Grade 4
- Classroom tests and quizzes across content areas
- Teacher observations and daily classroom work
Combined with
small class sizes
and strong teacher-student relationships, this data allows teachers to tailor instruction to meet the individual needs of each student.
Supporting Growth with Purpose
Assessment data helps ensure students are challenged, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. At Immanuel Lutheran School, academic growth is pursued with care, intention, and faith—always keeping the whole child in mind.
Learn More About Our Academic Programs
If you’d like to learn more about how academics are taught and supported at Immanuel Lutheran School, we invite you to explore our programs or visit campus.
A Ministry of Immanuel Lutheran Church
Immanuel Lutheran School is one of the many ministries of Immanuel Lutheran Church. Our partnership with the church strengthens our mission and provides students and families with a larger faith community.
All school families are warmly invited to worship with us throughout the week.
Immanuel Lutheran Church Worship Times:
- Saturdays – 6:00 p.m. (Traditional)
- Sundays – 8:00 a.m. (Traditional)
- Sundays – 9:15 a.m. (Teaching + Musical Variety)
- Sundays – 10:15 a.m. (Education Hour, Christ for Kids, Biblical Studies)
- Sundays – 11:00 a.m. (Contemporary)
