The NYSESLAT is designed to annually assess the English language proficiency of all English Language Learners (ELLs) enrolled in Grades K–12. It is a component of the State’s compliance with federal laws that mandate annually assessing and monitoring the English Language proficiency progress of all ELLs.
Visit the Office of State Assessment Website for the latest Administrator Manual
The NYSESLAT Targets of Measurement
The NYSESLAT Targets of Measurement documents describe what students should be able to do at each grade band level, linked to specific targets of measurement and their linguistic purposes. Resource files are provided by each modality. Educators can use this resource to ensure their instruction and formative assessment are aligned with these targets.
In conjunction with the other resources found on EngageNY, these webinettes can be used to help align instruction to the administration of the NYSESLAT.
In conjunction with the other resources found on EngageNY, these Webinettes can be used to help align instruction to the administration of the NYSESLAT.
NYSESLAT Letters to Parents
NYSESLAT Score/Entitlement to ELL Services
A template for correspondence notifying parents and guardians of the student's NYSESLAT score results and continued eligibility for ELL services.
NYSESLAT Score/Non-Eligibility for ELL Services
A template for correspondence notifying parents and guardians of the student's NYSESLAT score results and exiting of ELL status.