What type of tests measures the relationship of students with each other?

Norm-referenced tests are designed specifically to measure and compare the performance of students to one another. This type of assessment evaluates how a student's performance ranks against that of their peers, which can reveal relationships and disparities in achievement within a group. By establishing a norm group, these tests provide insights into how students perform relative to a larger population, allowing educators to identify areas where individual students may need support or targeting within the classroom environment.

Other types of tests focus on different aspects of assessment. For instance, criterion-referenced tests assess students based on specific learning outcomes or mastery of material, without making comparisons to other students. Performance-based tests measure a student's ability to apply skills in practical situations rather than comparing them with peers. Standardized tests are created to be administered in a consistent manner to enable comparison across different populations but may not specifically focus on the relationships between students themselves.