High School Testing

End-of-Course Tests (EOC)
These tests are required by the state in specified courses. The end-of-course test counts 20% of the student’s final grade in the course. Students must take the EOC in order to receive credit for the course.

Career & Technical Education Proof of Learning (POL)
The Career and Technical Education program mandates all students enrolled complete a Proof of Learning (POL). The POL counts 20% of the student’s final grade in the course.

Pre-ACT (College Readiness Test)
The Pre-ACT is a multiple-choice test that evaluates a student’s college readiness skills in four subject areas: English, mathematics, reading, and science. Students who earn a satisfactory score on the Pre-ACT possess the skills necessary to succeed in college and/or workforce training programs. B The Pre-ACT prepares students to take the ACT as juniors.

ACT
The ACT or American College Test is a standardized test that measures high school achievement and is used in the college admissions process. This multiple-choice test consists of five subject areas: English, mathematics, reading, science, and writing. The ACT is used to assess a student’s general educational development and ability to complete college-level work. the state requires all eleventh-grade students to take the ACT.

WorkKeys Test
WorkKeys is a job skills assessment system designed by the American College Testing (ACT) Program that helps employers select, hire, train, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce. Seniors who complete a four-course CTE career cluster sequence that includes a second-level Career and Technical Education course participate in the WorkKeys assessment. Eligible students may earn a National Career Readiness Certificate.

ACCESS for MLs
North Carolina mandates that all students who are identified as English Learners have their English proficiency assessed each year until they meet exit criteria. This assessment is administered in the Spring, usually in February.

Recommended:
PSAT
The PSAT, a preliminary test for the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT), offers students valuable testing experience and specific feedback on test results. The test is available at no cost (one time only) to students who have completed or are enrolled in Math 2. In order to qualify for National Merit Scholarship or National Achievement, the student must take the test during the junior year. Students are encouraged to take the PSAT in the ninth or tenth grades, study their results, and retake the test in their junior year.

SAT
The SAT or Scholastic Assessment Test is a test often used in the college admissions process. Students should check with the college or university to determine if the test is required.. Information about the SAT is available online.

Advanced Placement Tests (AP)
AP tests, which are administered in May, are required for students who desire to earn college credit as a result of taking Advanced Placement courses. Substantial college credit may be earned by attaining a score of 3 or higher. Students should consult college or university policies for specific information about how credit is awarded. In addition, students may earn recognition from the College Board for outstanding achievement on multiple tests with an AP Scholar Award, AP Scholar with Honor Award, or AP Scholar with Distinction Award.

Testing for Exceptional Children
If specified on the Individualized Education Plan (IEP), students are eligible to receive state-approved accommodations or alternate assessments.