What your state tests
Kansas uses the KAP (Kansas Assessment Program) in ELA and math for grades 3–8 and grade 10, plus science at designated grades. Run by the Kansas State Department of Education. There's no exit-exam gate.
Which tests, which grades
- KAP ELA & MathGrades 3–8 and grade 10
- KAP ScienceGrades 5, 8, and 11
- DLMAlternate assessment for eligible students
Format & subjects
KAP is online with varied item types.
Is passing required to graduate?
No exit-exam gate. Kansas doesn't require passing a state test to graduate; districts set course and credit requirements. Kansas also has a civics test requirement in some pathways.
How it's scored
KAP reports performance levels (1–4), with Level 2+ meeting grade-level expectations toward college and career readiness.
Testing windows
KAP is given in a spring window set by each district.
How to prepare
- Practice formsKSDE and its partner (KAP/ATLAS) provide practice tests matching the online format
- Everyday classworkKAP is aligned to the Kansas standards
Participation & opting out
Students in tested grades participate. Ask your district about make-up windows and any questions.
Accommodations & multilingual learners
Accommodations follow a student's IEP or 504 plan; eligible students take the state's alternate assessment. Multilingual learners take an English proficiency test (WIDA ACCESS or the state equivalent) and may receive designated supports.
Accountability & promotion
Results feed Kansas's accountability and school reporting and guide instruction.
Key facts
- SystemKAP
- Grades3–8 and 10 (ELA & Math)
- ScienceGrades 5, 8, 11
- Exit examNone
- AgencyKansas State Dept. of Education
Where to learn more
Confirm current details with the official source and your district: