However, it loses points in the area of assessments because it lacks tests aligned to state standards at the elementary and middle school levels in science and social studies. (edweek.org)
In social studies / history, standards - based exams are offered at the elementary and middle school levels only. (edweek.org)
But now ~ as I work mostly in elementary and middle school levels ~ I realize that many assessments in the classroom can also be authentic ~ though it is rarely used. (educationworld.com)