2025-2026 Science Benchmark Administration
The Science Benchmark Administration is offered as an optional, within-year, periodic assessment for use in BIE schools. All items on the Science Benchmark Test Forms are aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
| Student Kiosks Available for Download | September 8, 2025 |
| 2025-2026 Science Benchmark Administration Window | September 22, 2025 – March 6, 2026 |
| 2025-2026 BIE Science Benchmark Administration Preparation Training #1 (for ITCs) | Thursday, September 18, 2025 |
| 2025-2026 BIE Science Benchmark Administration Training #2 (for STCs) | Friday, September 26, 2025 |
Resources
(opens in new tab) BIE Science Benchmark Cheatsheet for Educators
(Updated 9/17/2025)
(opens in new tab) BIE Science Benchmark Test Forms Offering
(Updated 9/17/2025)
(opens in new tab) BIE Science Benchmark by Standards & Form Numbers
(Updated 9/17/2025)
Scoring Guides
(opens in new tab) Science Benchmark Scoring Guide
(Updated 10/21/2025)
