Your student’s participation in Kansas’ statewide assessments helps to ensure that all learners have access to a high-quality education. Statewide testing provides valuable information that helps improve instruction, allocate resources, and support student success.
For more information, please visit the Kansas State Department of Education's Assessments landing page.
Take a look at the table below for an overview of Kansas’ assessments and which grades they affect.
Assessment name | Which grades are eligible to take this assessment? | What is this assessment? | When is this assessment administered? | Virtual or in-person? |
FastBridge Dyslexia Screener | Kindergarten
Note: Any student in any grade who starts the year without a Kansas ID number (meaning your student is enrolling in a Kansas school for the first time) will also need to take this assessment. | This screener is used to identify students who exhibit signs of dyslexia in the interest of meeting their educational needs. | Aug. 13-Aug. 29 Beginning of Year and Jan.14-30 for mid-year enrollments | Virtual |
KAP ELA/Math | Grades 3-8 | The Kansas Assessment Program (KAP) is a set of untimed, computerized tests in English language arts (ELA), mathematics, and science. The test content fully aligns to the Kansas Content Standards. | Apr. 27-May 8 | Virtual |
KAP Science | Grades 5 and 8 | The Kansas Assessment Program (KAP) is a set of untimed, computerized tests in English language arts (ELA), mathematics, and science. The test content fully aligns to the Kansas Content Standards. | Apr. 1-May 8 | Virtual |
KAP Social Studies | Grades 4 and 7 | The Kansas Assessment Program (KAP) is a set of untimed, computerized tests in English language arts (ELA), mathematics, and science. The test content fully aligns to the Kansas Content Standards. | Apr. 1-May 29 | Virtual |