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Interpreting Candidate Test Results

The following resources provide information about how NYSTCE test results are released, how to interpret examinee test results, how test results are provided to New York State institutions of higher education, and the validation process and reliability information for the NYSTCE.

Reporting of Test Scores

Links to the Reporting of Test Scores page that describes how NYSTCE test results are released to examinees, to institutions, and to the NYSED.

Examinee Score Report Explanations

Links to the Understanding Your Test Results page that contains the NYSTCE score report explanations for examinees.

Test Results Reporting for Institutions

Describes the test results reports and data files provided to New York State institutions of higher education with state-approved educator preparation programs.

Test Validation Process and Reliability of Test Results

Describes the NYSTCE test validation process and the reliability of test results.

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