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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Classroom Expectations - Behavioral Visual Support Posters
Set clear expectations with a visual classroom expectations poster for the classroom.
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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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Student Reading Log Printables
Track your students' at-home reading with this printable reading log.
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Google Sheets Attendance Tracker
Keep tabs on student attendance with a Google Slides Student Attendance Tracking spreadsheet.
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Common Core State Standards Progression Trackers - Kindergarten - Language
Individual student and whole class trackers using the Language Common Core Standards.
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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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Fluency Reading Passages - 5th Grade
Assess student fluency with a printable pack of reading fluency passages for 5th grade.
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Sample Behavior Goals
Use this list of 20 behavior goals to help when creating your students' behavior trackers.
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Common Core State Standards Progression Trackers - Grade 6 - Ratios & Proportional Relationships
Individual student and whole class trackers using the Ratios & Proportional Relationships Common Core Standards.
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ELA Common Core Standards Checklists - 1st Grade
Track your ELA curriculum coverage with a set of printable 1st Grade Common Core ELA Standards Checklists.
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Weekly Behavior Tracking Sheet
Track and reward student behavior with a printable weekly behavior chart.
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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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Behavior Punch Card – Right on Target!
Motivate your students to be on target with this punch card template.
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Test Data Progress Trackers
Help your students track their progress throughout the school year with this set of 6 datasheets.
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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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Student Data Binders – Primary
Keep track of student progress with our data binder template pack for primary grades.
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5th Grade Math Standards Tracker - Common Core Math
Use a printable checklist to track your teaching of 5th-grade Common Core Standards for Math.
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4th Grade Reading Fluency Passages
Assess student fluency with a printable pack of reading fluency passages for 4th grade.
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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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Guided Writing Groups - Progress Tracker
Track student progress during guided writing sessions with this template.
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Guided Reading Groups - Comprehension Strategy Tracker
Track which comprehension strategies your students are using during guided reading sessions with this template.
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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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3rd Grade Reading Fluency Passages
Assess student fluency with a printable pack of reading fluency passages for 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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Student Progress Report Parent Letter Templates
Track academic and behavioral data with this set of progress report templates.
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Tiered Behavior Plan – Editable Template
Establish clear expectations, rewards and tiered consequences with this free behavior plan template.
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Behavior Sticker Charts - Stars
Reward positive behavior with printable sticker charts!
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Reading Comprehension Skills - Student Tracker
Track which comprehension skills your students are using with this individual student template.
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Common Core State Standards Progression Trackers - Grade 6 - The Number System
Individual student and whole class trackers using The Number System Common Core Standards.
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Common Core State Standards Progression Trackers - Grade 6 - Statistics & Probability
Individual student and whole class trackers using the Statistics & Probability Common Core Standards.
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Common Core State Standards Progression Trackers - Grade 4 - Measurement & Data
Individual student and whole class trackers using the Measurement and Data Common Core Standards.
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Common Core State Standards Progression Trackers - Grade 3 - Measurement & Data
Individual student and whole class trackers using the Measurement and Data Common Core Standards.