Student Data Tracking Forms Teaching Resources
Struggling to track student data effectively? Explore data tracking forms designed by teachers who know exactly how many data points you're juggling every day!
This collection of printable and digital forms for teachers comes from the teachers of Teach Starter, who had their own years in the classroom when they created the assessment forms, progress report templates and so much more that you'll find as you browse.
From tracking students' reading fluency and number recognition to staying on top of behavior data and mastery of specific standards, we've got you covered with Google templates you can use online or print out when you need a physical copy.
Are you drowning in a sea of student data and looking for a lifeline? Read on for some tips from our teacher team on getting the most out of your student data tracking!
Quantitative Data vs. Qualitative Data — What's the Difference?
Before we dig into some of the best ways to make use of your student data, it's worth taking a short journey into the types of data you're collecting.
Data can typically be split out into two main types — quantitative and qualitative. So what is the difference? And which type of student data is going to be the most useful for you as a teacher?
Qualitative Data
Sometimes referred to as categorial data, qualitative data is the more subjective of the two data types.
The information you glean from formative assessments would fall into this category, along with students' written reflections or even answers to opinion-based surveys about how they prefer to learn. Insights you get from other teachers or students' parents about their strengths and weaknesses would also fall into this category.
Even though you can't put numbers to this type of student data, doesn't mean it isn't incredibly valuable! This is the kind of data that can help you get to know your students better, informing how you can best reach them. Qualitative data helps us get a broad picture of who a child is and how they best learn.
Quantitative Data
As the name implies, quantitative data is data that we can quantify. That means you can put actual numbers to it, making this sort of student data far less subjective.
In the classroom, things like benchmark data or standardized test scores would both fall under a quantitative heading.
Tracking this type of student data is just as important as qualitative data — albeit in different ways. For example, you might look at your students' attendance rates to spot absentee trends that you need to investigate more deeply to find out if there is something going on at home.
Student Data Tracking Tips From Teachers (For Teachers)
So you have two very different types of student data. Now how do you track it all?
Different methods work for different teachers, but here are just a few ideas from our teacher team that have worked for them. Explore the whole list to find some tracking methods that work for you!
1. Tracking Exit Ticket Data
Do you use exit tickets for formative assessments? Create a spreadsheet to track it daily. This makes it easy to get a comprehensive look at student responses to adjust your instruction.
2. Check Your Students' IEP
If you have students with IEPs, there may be specific markers that will let you know how often you need to be tracking progress. If there isn't, plan to do so at least once a week.
3. Use Sticky Notes
Sometimes you don't have your data tracking forms at hand. That's where sticky notes come in handy. Scribble down qualitative data when it comes to you on a stick note. At the end of the day, transfer all of those sticky note notes to the form!
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Fluency Reading Passages - 5th Grade
Assess student fluency with a printable pack of reading fluency passages for 5th grade.
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Student-Led Conference Templates
Implement student-led conferences in your classroom this year with printable student-led conference templates.
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Parent Communication Log – Documentation Templates
Document parent phone calls, emails, meetings and more with this set of printable templates.
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Think Sheet for Behavior – Lower Grades
Invite your primary students to reflect on their behavior choices with this behavior think sheet.
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Student Differentiation Guide - Data Tracker
Keep track of learning goals, accommodations, and student differentiation strategies with a handy student differentiation guide.
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Diagnostic Reading Assessment for Teachers (Phonological Awareness)
Test your students' phonological awareness with this diagnostic reading assessment.
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Multiplication Facts Master
Help your students track their progress in mastering multiplication facts with this template.
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Phonics Assessment - Uppercase and Lowercase Letters
Test your students' knowledge of the uppercase and lowercase letters in the alphabet with this assessment kit.
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2nd Grade Fluency Reading Passages
Download a printable pack of 2nd grade reading fluency passages with a printable ORF assessment pack.
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Common Core State Standards Progression Trackers - Grade 7 - Reading: Literature
Individual student and whole class trackers using the Reading: Literature Common Core Standards.
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Common Core State Standards Progression Trackers - Grade 6 - Speaking & Listening
Individual student and whole class trackers using the Speaking & Listening Common Core Standards.
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Common Core State Standards Progression Trackers - Kindergarten - Speaking & Listening
Individual student and whole class trackers using the Speaking & Listening Common Core Standards.
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Kindergarten Visual Writing Rubric
Help your little learners perfect their writing with a kindergarten visual writing rubric.
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Goal Setting Thermometer Template
Set and track individual and whole-class goals with a printable goal-setting thermometer template.
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Student Observation Notes
Make anecdotal note-taking quick, easy, and efficient with this student observation template.
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Teacher Lesson Planner - Rose Garden Theme (Digital)
Make writing lesson plans easier and more eye-appealing with a beautiful Rose Garden Theme Digital Lesson Planner!
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Fluency Reading Passage Pack - Grade 1
Assess student fluency with a printable pack of reading fluency passages for 1st grade.
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6th Grade Reading Fluency Passages
Assess student fluency with a printable pack of reading fluency passages for Grade 6.
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Editable Teacher Forms for the Classroom
Use this collection of teacher printables to organize parent volunteers, receive feedback from substitutes, keep students up to date on missed work and more!
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Sight Word Assessments and Data Tracking Sheets
Track Dolch sight word mastery with this set of printable assessments and data sheets.
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Parent Teacher Conference Templates
Save time, enhance organization and strengthen the parent-teacher partnership with this set of parent-teacher conference forms.
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Behavior Think Sheet - Upper Grades
Invite your students to reflect on their behavior choices with this behavior think sheet.
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Number of Days in a Row That I Have Read at Home! - Home Reading Progress Tracker
Monitor and record good home reading habits with this goal tracker sheet.
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Assessment Rubric - Opinion Writing
An assessment rubric designed to help teachers to assess students' opinion writing.
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Phonics Assessment - Long and Short Vowel Sound
Test your students' long and short vowel sound knowledge with this phonics assessment kit.
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Parent Teacher Conference Planning Template
Print a teacher planning template for parent teacher conferences that will keep you on top of things!
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Guided Writing Groups Organizer Template
Identify your guided writing groups and move students to different levels with this binder-size template.
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Guided Reading Groups - Text Tracker
Track the texts used in each of your guided reading groups with this template.
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Common Core State Standards Progression Trackers - Grade 8 - Speaking & Listening
Individual student and whole class trackers using the Speaking & Listening Common Core Standards.
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Common Core State Standards Progression Trackers - Grade 7 - Speaking & Listening
Individual student and whole class trackers using the Speaking & Listening Common Core Standards.
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Common Core State Standards Progression Trackers - Kindergarten - Reading: Foundational Skills
Individual student and whole class trackers using the Reading: Foundational Skills Common Core Standards.
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Grade Level Goal Grids (K-2)
Inform students and parents of their grade level goals with standards-based grade level goal grids for Kindergarten through 2nd grade.