Physical Fitness Testing
PersonnelTop of Page
Lundon Jackson
Teacher on Special Assignment, Science, Health, and Physical Education K-12
(916) 566-1600 ext. 50222
Uve Dahmen
Director, Assessment & Accountability
(916) 566-1600 ext. 50205
Chris Arnold
Coordinator, Assessment
(916) 566-1600 ext. 50207
General InformationTop of Page
The California Physical Fitness Tests will be administered to all students in grades 5, 7 and 9 to determine levels of fitness of students. To evaluate health related fitness and to assist students in establishing lifetime habits of regular physical activity, state law requires school districts to administer a set of tests.
The complete test battery measures student performance in the following areas:
1. Aerobic Capacity (Choice of 1)
- PACER (progressive Aerobic Cardiovascular Endurance Run)
- One-Mile Run
- Walk Test (only for ages 13 or older)
2. Abdominal Strength and Endurance
- Curl-Up
3. Upper Body Strength and Endurance (Choice of One)
- Push-Up
- Modified Pull-Up
- Flexed-Arm Hang
4. Body Composition (Choice of One)
- Skinfold Measurements
- Body Mass Index
- Bioelectric Impedance Analyzer
5. Trunk Extensor Strength and Flexibility
- Trunk Lift
6. Flexibility (Choice of 1)
- Back-Saver Sit and Reach
- Shoulder Stretch
A passing score is defined as meeting the healthy fitness zone for 5 out of 6 components. Students who do not meet the healthy fitness zone in grades 9 or 10 will continue to take physical education classes until they either "pass" the fitness tests or graduate. (Ed. Code 51210, 51222, 51241; BP 5030 and 6142)
My Health Zone DashboardTop of Page
Teachers who administer the test have access to the MyHealthyZone Dashboard.
Questions on Access (Username, Password, or Student Information): Please Contact the Assessment and Accountability Department.
Please check out these new and updated features:
Mobile-Friendly:
MyHealthyZone dashboard is now mobile friendly! All tools will adjust to the appropriate screen and changes will be updated in the system as you make them. No syncing necessary. Internet access required.
Reports:
Identifying and viewing reports is easier than ever! MyHealthyZone dashboard provides a snapshot of your data, and allows you to easily filter the information you want to see. Your favorite reports are easy to access directly from the dashboard!
SmartCoach:
Need smart tips to fit the needs of your students. Our new content library, SmartCoach, provides an array of resources to help educate and inform.
Questions on Access (Username, Password, or Student Information): Please Contact the Assessment and Accountability Department.
Please check out these new and updated features:
Mobile-Friendly:
MyHealthyZone dashboard is now mobile friendly! All tools will adjust to the appropriate screen and changes will be updated in the system as you make them. No syncing necessary. Internet access required.
Reports:
Identifying and viewing reports is easier than ever! MyHealthyZone dashboard provides a snapshot of your data, and allows you to easily filter the information you want to see. Your favorite reports are easy to access directly from the dashboard!
SmartCoach:
Need smart tips to fit the needs of your students. Our new content library, SmartCoach, provides an array of resources to help educate and inform.
Information for ParentsTop of Page
Information for Teachers and AdministratorsTop of Page
- PFT Reference Guide
- Variations, Accommodations, and Modifications for Students
- PACER Training Video
- One-Mile Run Training Video
- Walk Test Training Video
- Body Mass Index Training Video
- Curl-Up Training Video
- Trunk Lift Training Video
- Push-Up Training Video
- Flexed-Arm Hang Training Video
- Sit and Reach Training Video
- Shoulder Stretch Training Video