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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R.E.A.L. Reader - Self Assessment Rubric
Promote student self-assessment of reading skills with a R.E.A.L. Reading Self-Assessment Rubric.
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4th Grade Math Standards Tracker - CCSS
Track content covered and standards mastered with a printable 4th Grade Common Core Math Standards checklist.
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2nd Grade Math Standards Tracker - CCSS
Use a printable 2nd-grade Common Core Standards checklist to track your math standards.
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2nd Grade Common Core Standards Checklist - ELA
Keep track of standards covered and content mastered with a handy 2nd-grade ELA Common Core Standards Tracker.
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Printable Password Log - Free Password Sheet Template
Help your students keep track of their computer and website logins with printable Student Password Logs.
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5th Grade ELA Standards Tracker - CCSS
Track the status of your curriculum completion with a handy set of 5th-grade ELA Standards Trackers for CCSS.
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Common Core Math Standards Checklists - 1st Grade
Track your Math core curriculum coverage with a set of printable 1st Grade Common Core Math Standards Checklists.
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3rd Grade Reading Fluency Passages
Assess student fluency with a printable pack of reading fluency passages for 3rd grade.
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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 Observation Notes
Make anecdotal note-taking quick, easy, and efficient with this student observation template.
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How Do I Get Home? Backpack Tags & Forms
Use printable backpack tags to organize student transportation at the end of the school day.
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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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Tranquil Watercolor Digital Teacher Planner
Download a digital teacher lesson planner to organize and streamline the lesson planning process.
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Free Printable Password Tracker Template
Grab a free password tracker printable to help your students keep track of their computer login information.
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Verbal and Nonverbal Communication Poster
Teach your young students the key to communication by starting with the basics — the difference between verbal and nonverbal communication methods.
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Sight Word Lists – Teacher Resource Binder
Use this collection of checklists, student pages and quick-check assessments when reviewing Dolch sight words spanning from pre-primer to 3rd grade.
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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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Positive Notes for Students – Printable Templates and Tracker
Strengthen connections and celebrate achievements with this set of positive note templates.
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Happy Note Home - Brag Sheet Templates
Communicate positive messages to parents and guardians with a Happy Note Home letter template.
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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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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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Personal Goal Reward Chart for Kids
Reward positive behavior for individual students with editable and printable reward charts.
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Behavior Sticker Charts - Stars
Reward positive behavior with printable sticker charts!
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Student Intervention - Weekly Form for Teachers
Update parents and guardians every week using this editable weekly student report template.
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Test Data - Student Progress Tracker Templates
Help your students track their progress throughout the school year with this set of 6 Student Progress Tracker Templates.
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Parent-Teacher Conference Documentation Form
Use this printable Teacher-Parent Conference Form to organize your parent-teacher conferences ahead of time and keep accurate and detailed records of parent communication.
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Teacher Tools - Editable Teacher Planner
Start the school year with a customized set of organizational teacher tools with a handy teacher planner template.
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Student Data Binders – Primary
Keep track of student progress with our data binder template pack for primary grades.
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Quick Phonics Screener- Single Letter Phoneme
Test your students' knowledge of single letter phonemes with this student assessment kit.
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Behavior Reflection Sheet – Upper Grades
Get your students to reflect on their behaviors with this reflection worksheet.
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Verbal Corrections for Students - Teacher Guide
Giving constructive feedback to students can be difficult. Use our handy teacher guide to choose appropaite feedback.