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14. If a school uses nationally standardized tests for which qualifying cut scores have not been determined by the USDE, is there any way it can qualify under the “top 15 percent in the nation” category?

We’re sorry, but at this point there is not. If a school wishes to qualify under the “top 15 percent…
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13. Where can I find out what state tests to report, how to report them, and whether my school is in the top 15 percent of schools in the state?

For questions about state assessments, call your state department of education using the State Contacts List. NOTE: The application does…
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12. If a private school elects to, but is not mandated to, administer state tests in addition to national tests, must it report the state test results and meet the state test cutoff scores?

Yes
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11. If a school is in a state that requires private schools to take state tests, should the school use nationally normed tests or state tests to qualify for the program?

If a private school administers state tests and nationally normed tests, the school must report both sets of test results…
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10. Does a school have to meet or exceed the cut scores for every grade tested from grade 3 and higher?

Yes
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9. Where do I find the nationally standardized test scores that I should be reporting and that qualify my school for the program?

It’s different for each testing company, but here is guidance for the most popular K-8 tests. You can report scores…
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8. What assessment verification must schools submit to CAPE?

Depending on how they qualify for the program, schools must include the following information with the hardcopy of the application…
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7. May for-profit schools apply?

No. Only not-for-profit schools may apply.
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6. May a new school apply?

A nominated school must be in existence with its current grade configuration for at least five full years. Merged schools…
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5. If a school received the NBRS award in the last five years may it apply for the 2023 award?

No. Only schools that have not received the award in the past five years are eligible for the program. Note…
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