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The Michigan Student Test of Educational Progress (M-STEP) is a state-mandated assessment for public elementary and middle school students in Michigan. It is designed to measure a student's performance against the state's academic standards, covering subjects such as English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. The assessment is administered during the spring of each school year to the vast majority of public school students, with a few exceptions for special populations.

Purpose
The primary purpose of the M-STEP is to evaluate students' proficiency in key subject areas as outlined by the state's academic standards. These standards represent the expectations students should meet by the end of each grade level.

Subjects
The M-STEP assesses student performance in the following subjects:
 * English Language Arts
 * Mathematics
 * Science (select grades)
 * Social Studies (select grades)

Frequency
Michigan public school students are required to take the M-STEP annually, typically during the spring semester. This assessment is a legal requirement mandated by federal and state laws to ensure accountability and educational quality.

Scoring
The M-STEP uses various item types for scoring, including multiple choice, constructed response, and technology-enhanced items. Scores are reported in terms of scale scores, assessment claims, and performance levels.

Reports
M-STEP reports provide detailed individual-level data and aggregated data to parents, educators, and policymakers. These reports include individual student reports, parent reports, student roster reports, and aggregate data reports.