NAEP Science Assessment Framework

The 2009-2024 NAEP Science Assessment Framework outlines the knowledge and skills students should be able to demonstrate in physical, life, and earth and space sciences in 4th, 8th, and 12th grades. The 2024 Nation’s Report Card is the last science assessment to use this framework.

The 2009-2024 NAEP Science Specifications are the detailed blueprint for the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) to construct the science assessment.

The 2028 NAEP Science Assessment Framework outlines the knowledge and skills students should be able to demonstrate in physical, life, and earth and space sciences in 4th, 8th, and 12th grades. The updated Framework will be used in 2028 and beyond.

The NAEP Science Specifications are the detailed blueprint for the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) to construct the science assessment.