State Organizational Table for New Mexico (xlsx) 03/18/2026
names and numbers of schools and districts in New Mexico
New Mexico
Model
Year-End
2026-27 Testing Windows
Instructionally Embedded: 09/14/26–02/19/27
Spring: 03/08/27–04/30/27
Testing Subjects
English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science
Contacts
Alice Banks, Assessment
Ashley Collins, Special Education
New Mexico requires the First Contact Survey to be completed by November 16, 2026 for all students taking the alternate assessment.
Resources
Talking to Parents about DLM Score Reports for Year-End Model (pdf)
formerly called the Teacher Interpretive Guide, this document helps teachers when talking to parents about DLM student reports
Technology Specifications Manual (pdf) 07/31/2025
supports technology personnel in preparing schools for the technology needs of the DLM assessment
Test Administration Manual for Year-End Model States (pdf) 07/31/2025
supports Test Administrators in preparing themselves and students for the DLM assessment
Using Mini-Maps to Plan Instruction (pdf)
Includes an example ELA mini-map to illustrate the features and uses of mini-maps for ELA, mathematics, and science
Required Test Administrator Training
Training will become available via the Training tab in Educator Portal according to your state's scheduled training date. Refer to the Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training for instructions on accessing and completing the training. Facilitators should refer to the Facilitator Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training.