Science and Technology/Engineering (STE) Test Design and Development

Science and Technology/Engineering (STE) is composed of four content areas: Earth and Space Science, Life Science, Physical Science, and Technology/Engineering. The MCAS STE tests assess the skills, scientific practices, and subject matter in the 2016 Massachusetts Science and Technology/Engineering Curriculum Framework . The tests are given in grade 5, grade 8, and in grade 9/10. Additional information about the tests is provided in the following links.

• Test Design
• MCAS Grades 5 and 8 STE Transition
• Reference Sheets
• Curriculum Framework and Instructional Guidelines
• Achievement Levels and Descriptors
• 2024 Item Results
• Assessment Development Committee (ADC) Members
• Additional Resources

Last Updated: April 4, 2025