Comparison of the CELDT to the ELPAC
California is in the process of transitioning from the California English Language Development Test (CELDT) to the English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC). The CELDT will continue to be administered until the ELPAC becomes operational. The table below shows a brief comparison between the CELDT and the ELPAC. For more information, see the CELDT to ELPAC Proposed Transition Timeline Web page.
| CELDT | ELPAC |
|---|---|
| Aligned with the 1999 California English Language Development (ELD) Standards with five proficiency levels |
Must be aligned with the 2012 California ELD Standards, which have three proficiency levels |
One test used for two purposes: initial assessment and annual assessment |
Two separate tests for two purposes: (1) initial identification; and (2) annual summative assessment. The initial identification will be brief and locally scored. |
| Paper-pencil tests |
Paper-pencil tests with a potential to transition to |
| July 1–October 31 Annual Assessment window |
Annual Summative Assessment window to be a four month period after January 1 (proposed February 1–May 31), allowing for more pre-test instructional time |
Five grades/grade spans: |
Seven grades/grade spans: |
| Five performance levels |
Four performance levels |
Reporting domains: Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing |
Reporting domains: Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing |