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Assessment Calendar

This page outlines the various assessments administered by Durango School District (DSD) during the 2025-26 school year, providing details on involved grades, content areas, testing windows, and primary contacts. To view dates and other details related to each assessment, click on the related link below.

District interim assessments

DSD conducts interim assessments three times annually to provide data that helps teachers and school leaders make adjustments to instruction and identify areas where students need additional support or enrichment.

State summative assessments

Each spring, DSD students take standardized tests in English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. These tests are given to students all over the state and are intended to measure how well students are meeting the learning expectations outlined in the Colorado Academic Standards.

Other assessments

Beyond the district's interim assessments and state summative tests, DSD uses additional specialized assessments for specific diagnostic, identification, and instructional planning purposes. These tools provide deeper insights into students' cognitive abilities and foundational skill development, particularly for those with unique learning needs.