End-of-Grade and End-of-Course Tests
During the school year, students take various tests required by the N.C. Department of Public Instruction. These tests include end-of-course and end-of-grade tests for students in grades 3-12.
End-of-course tests for grades 9-12 are administered twice a year – at the end of the first semester in January and at the end of the second semester in June. End-of-grade tests for grades 3-8 are administered in May.
Test Dates to Remember
September 12 Beginning of Grade 3 Reading Test
October 10 PSAT (Grades 10-11)
October 29-November 9 Pre-ACT (Grade 10)
January 10-16 High School End-of-Course Tests (Fall Semester)
February 20 ACT - American College Test (Grade 11)
April 1-12 ACT WorkKeys Test
May 22-June 5 End-of-Grade Tests (Grades 3-8)
May 30-June 5 High School End-of-Course Tests (Spring Semester)
SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test)
The SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) is administered by the College Board and used by colleges and universities during the admission process. The SAT is offered at locations in the Gaston County area on the following dates:
August 25, 2018
October 6, 2018
November 3, 2018
December 1, 2018
March 9, 2019
May 4, 2019
June 1, 2019
For specific test locations and registration information, please visit the College Board website: www.collegeboard.org. 
