Virginia SOL Writing Rubric

Official Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) rubric for writing assessments. Evaluates composing, written expression, and usage/mechanics.

English
Grade 5
Grade 8
Grade 11
12 points

Rubric Details

Standard
Virginia SOL
Subject
English
Grade Level
5-11
Total Points
12
Criteria
3 categories
Assignment Type
essay

Rubric Criteria

Criteria
Advanced(4 pts)
Proficient(3 pts)
Developing(2 pts)
Below Basic(1 pt)
Composing
Topic focus and development
Effectively addresses the topic with a clear, focused controlling idea; fully developed with relevant details
Addresses the topic with a controlling idea; adequately developed
May stray from topic; controlling idea may be unclear; development is limited
Does not address the topic; lacks controlling idea; little development
Written Expression
Word choice and sentence structure
Engaging with sophisticated word choice and varied sentence structure; strong voice
Clear with appropriate word choice and some sentence variety
Basic word choice; limited sentence variety; voice may be weak
Inappropriate or incorrect word choice; little or no sentence variety
Usage/Mechanics
Grammar and conventions
Demonstrates consistent command of usage and mechanics; few errors
Demonstrates adequate command; errors do not impede meaning
Demonstrates inconsistent command; errors may impede meaning
Demonstrates limited command; errors impede meaning

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