Ohio's State Tests (OST)

1/30/2024

Results and Rescore Dates for Fall End-of Course (EOC) Tests

Results for fall EOC tests in math, science, and social studies are now available for districts. The full schedule of available test results and family reports is located on the 2023-2024 Testing Dates webpage. The fall EOC rescore and verification window is open Feb. 12-March 29. Review the Rescores and Verifications Guidance document on the OST test portal for instructions.
 

Getting Ready for Spring Testing

The spring on-time order window for all subjects closes in Tide on Feb. 5.  Test administration manuals and other resources are available in the Resources section of the OST test portal. Testing dates and dates to expect test results are available on the 2023-2024 Testing Dates webpage.
 

Total Solar Eclipse and Testing

On April 8, 2024, Ohio will be the site of a total solar eclipse. This date falls in the spring testing window. As many districts will be excusing students or altering school days, the Department plans to offer maximum flexibility to ensure students can experience this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
 
Test window guidelines require districts to select 15 consecutive school days to administer their ELA and math, science, and social studies tests. If the district chooses to not test this day, the day will not count towards the 15 consecutive school day requirement.
 
If district test coordinators have additional questions regarding testing and the total solar eclipse, please contact the Office of Assessment at statetests@education.ohio.gov.
 

Adult Testers Administration

The winter online adult tester administration window is Feb. 5-March 1. Information including policies, procedures, and testing scripts is located in in the 2023-2024 Adult Testers Test Administration Manual (ADT-TAM) available in the Resources section of the OST test portal. If districts or schools have questions on test operations, please contact the Office of Assessment at statetests@education.ohio.gov. Questions regarding Ohio's Adult Diploma Program Options should be directed to Beth Kreger, Assistant Director of Adult Options, at Elizabeth.Kreger@education.ohio.gov.