The Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) includes assessments in English Language Arts and Mathematics which are taken by students in grades 3-8. The Science PSSA is also administered to students in grades 4 and 8.
How We Connect
The District Student Data file must be downloaded from the state in the (.csv) format and then uploaded on My Data.
Mappings Overview
The information below summarizes where key data elements are loaded from across district student data files that are submitted. The column names referenced may not match the column name in the file exactly as this changes over time.
| Key Field(s) | Mapping(s) |
|---|---|
|
System Student ID |
Scores are linked to students using the USID column in the file. We match to students in the student information system using the following (in order of preference):
*See your student information system page for information on this mapping. |
|
System School ID |
Scores are linked to schools using the Attributed School Code column in the file. These are matched to a school in My Schools. Please contact support to resolve incorrect or failed matches. |
|
School Year |
Scores are linked to school years using the Tested Year column in the file. |
|
Proficiency Score |
Overall scores are sourced from the Performance Level Code and Reporting Category Strength Profile columns. |
Business Rules for Related Metrics
Frequently Asked Questions
None at this time.