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spring 2025 Mathematics Standards of Learning (SOL) tests.
Algebra 1
2023 Mathematics
Standards of Learning
 Algebra 1
Standards of Learning

Test Blueprint

Table of Contents
Test Blueprint Algebra 1 2023 Mathematics Standards of Learning............................................................................1
General Test Information........................................................................................................................................4
Test Blueprint......................................................................................................................................................4
Reporting Categories...........................................................................................................................................4
Assignment of Standards of Learning to Reporting Category.............................................................................4
Coverage of Standards of Learning.....................................................................................................................4
Use of 2023 Mathematics Standards of Learning Resource Documents............................................................5
Use of Calculators................................................................................................................................................5
Assessment Resources........................................................................................................................................5
Algebra 1 Mathematics Test Blueprint Summary Table.........................................................................................6

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General Test Information

Test Blueprint
Much like the blueprint for a building, a test blueprint serves as a guide for test construction. The blueprint
indicates the content standards that will be addressed by the test and the number of items that will be
included by reporting category and for the test as a whole. There is a blueprint for each test (e.g., Grade 3
Reading, Grade 5 Mathematics, Grade 8 Science, Virginia and United States History).

The Algebra 1 test blueprint contains information for the online and traditional/paper format test. All students
who take a particular version (online, paper, large print, or braille) of the test respond to the same test
questions.

All students are required to take the online version of the SOL tests except for students who meet the criteria
for needing a paper test. All test questions for Algebra 1 have been determined to meet the criteria for
Universal Design. The Universal Design principles require that language that is not specific to the content area
(e.g., mathematics) be simplified and test questions be written so they are accessible by all populations of
students. The SOL test questions have been reviewed by Virginia teachers and have been determined to meet
the criteria for Universal Design.

Reporting Categories
Each test covers a number of standards. In the test blueprint, the SOL are grouped into reporting categories
that address related content and skills. For example, a reporting category for the Algebra 1 SOL test is
Equations and Inequalities. Each of the SOL in this reporting category addresses representing, solving, and
interpreting the solution(s) to linear and quadratic equations, linear inequalities, and systems of equations and
inequalities. When the results of the SOL tests are reported, the scores will be presented for each reporting
category and as a test scaled score.

Assignment of Standards of Learning to Reporting Category

In the Algebra 1 SOL test, each standard is assigned to only one reporting category as described by the Algebra
1 SOL. For example, SOL A.EI.3 is assigned to Equations and Inequalities.

Coverage of Standards of Learning

Due to the large number of SOL in each grade level content area, every standard will not be assessed on every
SOL test. By necessity, to keep the length of a test reasonable, each test will sample from the SOL within a
reporting category. All SOL are eligible for inclusion in the online and traditional/paper forms.

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Use of 2023 Mathematics Standards of Learning Resource Documents
The Algebra 1 SOL, amplified by the Understanding the Standards and Instructional Guides, define the
essential understandings, knowledge, and skills that are measured by the SOL tests. These resource
documents include the mathematics understandings and key concepts that assist teachers in planning
standards-focused instruction of the 2023 Mathematics SOL.

Use of Calculators
Algebra 1 SOL test items will have the online Desmos Virginia Graphing calculator included with the item on
the toolbar in the online test.

Assessment Resources

Standards of Learning Introduction to TestNav 8: Multiple-Choice/Technology-Enhanced Item Tests: This

document is an introduction to the online navigation, online tools, accessibility features, and overall
functionality and appearance of multiple-choice/technology-enhanced item tests in TestNav 8. It is highly
recommended that teachers or other adults read this document prior to reading the Guided Practice
Suggestions for a practice item set. This document also provides an overview of the various technology-
enhanced items students may receive in the online test.

SOL Practice Items: Practice item sets are available for each grade to provide online practice with content that
measures the 2023 Mathematics SOL.

Guided Practice Suggestions: Mathematics Items Practice: This document provides specific suggestions for
teachers as they lead students through a practice item set. Following these suggestions will ensure that
students are exposed to the different tools within TestNav, the different functionality features of technology-
enhanced items (TEI), and common messages that may appear as students complete TEI.

Mathematics Tools Practice: This document provides practice suggestions for each question in the
Mathematics Tools practice item set. The “Guided Practice Suggestions” contains information for teachers to
use at various grade levels as they guide students through the items. For instance, guided practice suggestions
can state, “Use the ruler tool to measure line segment AB” or “Use the protractor to measure an angle.”
Following the suggestions in the table will ensure that students are exposed to all the different tools within
TestNav 8 and experience using these tools with their mouse, keypad, or touchscreen.

Mathematics formula sheets may be found on the Ancillary Test Materials webpage.

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 Algebra 1 Mathematics Test Blueprint Summary Table

Reporting Category Algebra 1 SOL Number of Items

A.EO.1
Expressions and Operations 12 items
A.EO.2
A.EO.3 Approximately 25% of test
A.EO.4

A.EI.1 18 items
Equations and Inequalities A.EI.2
A.EI.3 Approximately 38% of test

A.F.1
Functions and Statistics 18 items
A.F.2
Approximately 38% of test
A.ST.1
Number of Operational Items 48
Number of Field-Test Items* 8
*Field-test items will be administered to students for potential use on subsequent tests and will not be used to compute the final
test score.