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In 2003, a new state assessment system, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS), replaced the Texas Assessment of Academic Skills (TAAS) and is administered to students at grades 3 through 11. The new state assessments are more challenging because they are based on the more rigorous state-mandated curriculum (TEKS) and because they are linked in difficulty to an exit-level testing requirement for graduation that incorporates higher expectations.
GISD is committed to designing and delivering a curriculum that is aligned to the TEKS and ensures high levels of achievement for all students. Gilmer Independent School District uses a variety of assessment tools to measure the success of the district's instructional program, including standardized achievement tests, classroom observations, and district benchmark assessments. The district administers the Iowa Test of Basic Skills to grades 1 and 2, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) at grades 3 -11, and the College Board Advanced Placement tests for designated subject areas.