Determining an English Language Learner’s (ELL) English Language Proficiency Level on the NYSESLAT (attachment)
- Please find attached a copy of the memorandum titled, NYSESLAT— Determining an English Language Learner’s (ELL) English Language Proficiency Level which is also posted on the Office of State Assessment’s NYSESLAT page.
- This memorandum provides the scale score ranges for the 2021 New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test (NYSESLAT), along with guidance and information concerning the interpretation of the scale scores.
- Questions about determining an ELLs level of English language proficiency may be directed to the Office of State Assessment at (518) 474-5902 or emscassessinfo@nysed.gov.
- Questions regarding bilingual/ENL services may be directed to the Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages (OBEWL) by email at obewl@nysed.gov or by phone at 518‑474‑8775.
- If your school has not received its students’ NYSESLAT score data, please contact the Regional Information Center (RIC) or Large-City Scanning Center, as applicable. Questions concerning score data may also be directed to the Office of Information and Reporting Services at 518-474-7965 or DataSupport.