Exact Path Mathematics Diagnostic Now Approved as Universal Mathematics Screener by OSDE

Exact Path K-5 Math Diagnostic Assessment, with Progress Checks for monitoring has been approved by the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) as a Universal Mathematics Screener. 

The purpose of this list is to support universal screening in grades 2-5 for risk of math deficiencies and for characteristics of dyscalculia, in accordance with the requirements of the Oklahoma Math Achievement and Proficiency Act. This approval confirms that Exact Path meets the updated OSDE expectations for identifying students who may be at risk and ensuring elementary educators have timely, accurate data to inform next steps.

What This Means for Oklahoma Educators

Exact Path provides a complete K–5 universal math screening solution aligned with OSDE requirements, delivering diagnostic data that pinpoints which students are on track and which may need follow-up due to risk of math difficulties or dyscalculia characteristics. 

This approval provides OK educators with a research-based screener to support early identification of math learning needs and inform targeted intervention strategies. The Exact Path assessment is proven to highly correlate with the Oklahoma State Assessment Program (OSTP), so you can trust your interventions are aligned to what students need to know. 

Take Results Further with Exact Path

Exact Path strengthens decision-making by pairing approved screening data with personalized learning paths that help students build foundational skills, close gaps, and accelerate progress within a single, coherent platform. That seamless link from insight to action allows educators to respond immediately and track growth with confidence.

• A study in Mathis, TX found that students in grades 3–8 made measurable math gains with Exact Path, showing impact across a diverse learner population, including multilingual learners and students receiving special education services.
• In a recent study in Florida, K–10 students using Exact Path achieved double-digit percentile gains in early math.
• In Virginia (Grades 3–8), Exact Path usage resulted in measurable math gains of 0.30-0.45 standard deviations, with stronger effects for multilingual learners and students with IEPs.

The Exact Path Reading Diagnostic Assessment is also approved by OSDE as a Universal Screener of Reading Deficiency and Dyslexia Risk Factors under the Strong Readers Act, supporting a comprehensive approach to early skill identification in both math and literacy.