Dec. 6 - Dec. 7, 2011: 
FCAT Writing Prompt field test - Grades 4, 8 & 10

Feb. 28 - Mar. 1, 2011:  
FCAT Writing - Grades 4, 8 & 10

Apr. 16 - 27, 2012:  
FCAT 2.0 Reading - Grades 3-10
FCAT 2.0 Math - Grades 3-8
FCAT 2.0 Science - Grades 5 & 8

What is the FCAT?
The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test is the statewide program, testing students in:

• Writing in grades 4, 8 and 10
• Reading & math in grades 3 through 10
• Science in grades 5, 8 and 11

Why do students take the FCAT?

• Measures achievement of the Sunshine State Standards.
• The plan is to increase student achievement by implementing high standards.
• In the 2010-2011 school year, testing transitioned to the FCAT 2.0, the next generation of Sunshine State Standards.
  

At what grade levels must students pass the FCAT?

• Grade 3 students must earn a FCAT Reading score of Level 2 or higher to be promoted to grade 4.
• Graduating seniors must pass both Reading & Math of the Grade 10 FCAT to graduate from high school.

FCAT student and parent resources

• FCAT Explorer
• Released Tests & Questions
• FCAT 2.0 Sample Questions
• FCAT Graduation Requirements

The Florida Department of Education gives each school in the state a letter grade of  “A” through “F”. These annual grades are based on a number of factors: the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test, high school’s graduation rate and more.

Find out how your child's school ranks based on the 2010-2011 grades: