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NYSITELL - New York State Identification Test for English Language Learners

New York State Identification Test for English Language Learners (NYSITELL)

The purpose of the NYSITELL is to assess the English language level of new students whose home or primary language is
other than English. Your child’s score on the NYSITELL (Entering, Emerging, Transitioning, Expanding, or Commanding) will
determine if he or she is entitled to receive ELL services and will determine the level of English language support. The
results will also help teachers plan the best program for your child based on his or her strengths and needs in listening,
speaking, reading, and writing in English.

The NYSITELL is administered to possible ELLs/MLLs only once following registration in a New York State school system.

NYSITELL - English

NYSITELL - Russian

NYSITELL - Spanish

NYSITELL - Ukrainian

NYSITELL - Urdu