Uploading Your ELS Assessment Files

The File Uploader allows you to manually import your assessment files from ELS into Equity Analytics.

Manual uploads do not process automatically. After uploading, you must email support@equityanalyticsms.com to request that your data be processed.

We are aware that some districts have security restrictions that may prevent successful uploads. If this happens, please do not worry! Email support@equityanalyticsms.com to request a secure upload link.


Accessing the File Uploader

You can access the File Uploader from anywhere in Equity Analytics File Upload icon on the top navigation bar:

  1. Click the File Upload icon in the navbar.
  2. Select the type of files you want to upload from the dropdown menu.

User Menu showing File Upload option


Upload Requirements

Before uploading, make sure your files meet the following:

File Type File Types Allowed Max File Size Allowed
ELS xlsx 10MB

The file must be the original download from the vendor and remain untouched (no edits or changes).


Required Headers

When preparing your file, be sure it includes the following headers:

MSIS # Student Name Date Teacher Pts. Obt. % Corr PL Growth Sugg. Grade

Example File: You can download an Example ELS Export Excel File to see the correct format.


Step-by-Step: Retrieve the Correct ELS Export File

  1. Log into ELS
    Navigate to ELS and log in.

  2. From your homepage, click on Pathways to Proficiency

  3. In the Grow box, there is a Analysis & Review dropdown. Click on the dropdown and select Test Reports.

  4. Using the search bar, search for the district benchmark.

  5. Once you have the district benchmark, press the blue graph button to the left of the assessment name.

  6. You will be redirected to a new screen, make sure that the dropdown has the All Schools option selected.

  7. On the left hand side, there is a Student Level dropdown. Click on Student Level and then select Student Results.

  8. Once you select the Student Results, you now have option bar appear above your student data. Press the Excel button and download the file.

  9. Name the file using the grade level, subject, and assessment (first benchmark, second benchmark etc..)

  10. Repeat steps 1 through 9 for all applicable benchmark assessments.


Step-by-Step: ELS Files Upload into Equity Analytics

  1. Open the File Uploader
    Navigate to the file uploader screen using the method above.

  2. Select ELS from the dropdown menu.

  3. Indicate the Assessment Details Select the Year and Benchmark. Double-check these as they are required to upload and process your data successfully.

  4. Select or Drag Your Files

    • Click Upload files to browse for files on your computer.
    • Or, drag and drop your files into the upload area.
  5. Verify File Names and Sizes
    Ensure each file:

    • Is of the correct type of allowed file type
    • Is smaller than the max allowed file size.
  6. Repeat for All Required Files
    You can upload multiple files before finishing. Ensure the files are of the same type (ie. Questar) and of the same year and benchmark (if applicable).

  7. Click Finish
    This step saves your uploads to the system.

  8. Email Support to Process Your Data
    Send an email to support@equityanalyticsms.com letting us know you have uploaded new files. Our team will process them and confirm once updates are complete.

We are aware that some districts have security restrictions that may prevent successful uploads. If this happens, please do not worry! Email support@equityanalyticsms.com to request a secure upload link.


Troubleshooting


Need Help?

Manual uploads require a follow-up email to support@equityanalyticsms.com to be processed. Data will not appear until processing is complete.