Ohio's State Tests

Description

State achievement tests tell us how well our students are growing in the knowledge and skills outlined in Ohio’s Learning Standards. These tests help guide and strengthen future teaching so we can be sure that we are preparing our students for long-term success in school, college, careers and life. Test results also allow citizens to know how their local schools are performing compared to others around the state.

Test Administration Window

Please review this Test Dates webpage updated by the Ohio Department of Education details test windows throughout the year.

Participation

Grades 3 - 8

High School Classes of 2023 and beyond - End-of-course tests in English language arts II, algebra I, geometry (or integrated mathematics I and II), biology, American history, and American government.

Test Composition

Ohio's State Tests are built according to the Test Blueprints. The length of each test varies and can be found in the Test Length per Content Area document.

Learn More

Ohio Department of Education Resources

Review the Ohio Department of Educations page dedicated to Ohio's State Tests to learn more about these assessments.

Ohio's Assessment System Resources

Review Ohio's Assessment Portal hub dedicated to Ohio's State Tests to familiarize yourself with the tools and resources available.

Accountability Connections

Updated Report Card Reforms beginning with 2021-2022 school year

Ohio's State Tests contribute to the Achievement, Progress, Early Literacy, Gap Closing, and Gifted components.

For Report Cards thru 2020-2021 school year

Ohio's State Tests contribute to the Achievement, Progress, Gap Closing, and Improving at Risk K-3 Readers components.

Look for It!

Ohio's Assessments in Math, Science, and Social Studies have a test window that begins when?

The OST's spring test window begins in March/April

How many End of Course (EOC) assessments does Ohio offer?

Ohio offers six EOC assessments(8 if integrated math 1 and 2 are counted)