Understanding Learning Standards

The Washington State K-12 Learning Standards are grouped by 14 main subject areas that define what all students need to know and be able to do at each grade level. State assessments measure student learning in three subject areas; English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. 

Here are other supportive resources.

• Milestones Videos show students demonstrating what success looks like in reading, writing and math in grades K-8. (Versión en español)
• National PTA Four-Page Parent Guides to learning standards explain what students should know and be able to do at each grade level. The guides are available in English and Español.
• Top 8 Questions Parents Ask Teachers is a Q&A resource authored by Student Achievement Partners' Core Advocate teachers.
• Parent Roadmaps by Council of Great City Schools for Math and ELA at each grade level.
• ReadyWA parent guides for Washington Learning Standards, Assessments, and Planning.

This page last reviewed on April 1, 2026. Please contact Karen Allen with comments.