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Frequently asked questions - Mississippi Academic Assessment Program (MAAP) 2023-24

This page answers frequently asked questions about Mississippi Academic Assessment System (MAAP) by Teachers, Parents, and Students



What is the name of the end-of-year assessment in Mississippi State?

What subjects are assessed in the Mississippi Academic Assessment Program (MAAP)?

How is the MAAP test administered?

What is the MAAP testing window for 2024?

How many sections are there for each MAAP test?

What is the duration of the MAAP test?

What are the question types in the MAAP test?

What is the calculator policy for the MAAP Math test?

What are the resources provided by the Lumos Program to excel in the 2024 MAAP Assessment?

Are accommodations available for the MAAP test?

Does Lumos Learning provide a free Diagnostic test?

What resources does Lumos Learning provide to Schools?

What is included in the Lumos tedBooks for MAAP?

What is included in the Lumos StepUp online program for MAAP?

Where can I find sample items for MAAP Assessments?

What is the name of the end-of-year assessment in Mississippi State?

The name of the end-of-year assessment in Mississippi State is Mississippi Academic Assessment Program (MAAP).

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What subjects are assessed in the Mississippi Academic Assessment Program (MAAP)?

Mississippi Academic Assessment Program (MAAP) is designed to measure student achievement in English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, Science, and US History. Students are assessed in grades 3 through 8 in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics, grades 5 and 8 Science, Algebra I, Biology I, English II, and US History.


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What are the resources provided by the Lumos Program to excel in the 2024 MAAP Assessment?

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How is the MAAP test administered?

The mode of administration for the MAAP is online. Special Paper Version (SPV) tests are available for students unable to use a computer based on their daily instruction and IEP or 504 plan. SPV tests include Braille, large print, and regular print paper tests.

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What is the MAAP testing window for 2024?

The testing window for MAAP for the year 2024 is as follows:
Grades 3 – 8, Math & ELA: April 8 – May 17, 2024

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How many sections are there for each MAAP test?

The MAAP ELA test is divided into 2 sessions (Session 2 – Writing task) and the Math test has only 1 session.

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What is the duration of the MAAP test?

For the ELA tests,

  • Grade 3-5 ELA – Session 1: 180 minutes; Session 2 (Writing task): 60 minutes
  • Grade 6-8 ELA – Session 1: 180 minutes; Session 2 (Writing task): 72 minutes

For the Math tests,

  • Grades 3-8 Math – 180 minutes
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What are the question types in the MAAP test?

The question or item types in the MAAP Math Test include:

  • Multiple Choice Single Select (MCSS) items
  • Multiple Choice Multiple Select (MCMS) items
  • Match items
  • Numeric Entry items
  • Grid items and
  • Composite items

The question or item types in the MAAP ELA Test include:

  • Multiple Choice Single Select (MCSS) items
  • Multiple Choice Multiple Select (MCMS)
  • Composite, and Technology Enhanced Item (TEI) Item Types.
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What is the calculator policy for the MAAP Math test?

The calculator policy for the MAAP Math test is as follows:

For grades 3-5, no calculators are allowed.

For grade 6 and 7, four-function calculators with square root and percentage functions

For grade 8, scientific calculators (with functionalities consistent with the TI-30XS or similar models)

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Are accommodations available for the MAAP test?

Yes, eligible students with disabilities and English language learners can receive accommodations to ensure fair access to the assessments as per their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or language proficiency needs.


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What is included in the Lumos tedBooks for MAAP?

The Lumos tedBook for MAAP includes:

  • Questions based on 30+ Math skills (in Math tedBook) and 40+ ELA skills (in ELA tedBook)
  • Detailed answer explanations for every question
  • Access to 2 Online Practice Tests that mimic the MAAP Assessments
  • Personalized Study Plan
  • Teachers Get FREE Access to Lumos StepUp Basic Account

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What is included in the Lumos StepUp online program for MAAP?

The Lumos StepUp Online Program for MAAP includes:

  • Access to 2 Online Practice Tests that mimic the MAAP Assessments
  • Questions based on 30+ Math skills and 40+ ELA skills
  • Detailed answer explanations for every question
  • Teachers Get FREE Access to Lumos StepUp Basic Account

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What resources does Lumos Learning provide to Schools?

Lumos Learning provides test prep resources in two forms – The printed workbooks are referred to as tedBooks and the online program is referred to as StepUp.

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Where can I find sample items for MAAP Assessments?

This page provides hundreds of MAAP sample items for grades 3 through 8. The MAAP items are available in Math and English Language Arts.


To access Free Sample questions click here

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