The AZMerit replaces the former AIMS tests in reading, writing and mathematics, as the state’s new assessment. (Students in grades 4 & 8 will still take the AIMS science test.)

Test dates are as follows:

AzMerit (grades 3-8):

  • Tuesday, April 14    Writing
  • Thursday, April 16   Reading, Part 1 and Math Part 1
  • Friday, April 17         Reading, Part 2 and Math, Part 2

Makeup dates:

  • Monday, April 20
  • Tuesday, April 21 (not grades 4 & 8)
  • Thursday, April 23
  • Friday, April 24

AIMS Science (grades 4 & 8):

  • Tuesday, April 21

Makeup dates:

  • Thursday, April 23
  • Friday, April 24

On Thursday, May 14, grade 4 will take the TIMSS (Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study), an assessment that measures against international standards and achievement.