What your state tests
West Virginia uses the WV General Summative Assessment in grades 3–8 for ELA and math (plus science), and the SAT School Day for all 11th graders. Run by the West Virginia Department of Education. There's no exit-exam gate.
Which tests, which grades
- WV General Summative (grades 3–8)English language arts and mathematics; science in grades 5 and 8
- SAT School Day (grade 11)A free, in-school SAT — a real, college-usable score
- WV AlternateFor eligible students
Format & subjects
The WV assessment is online; the grade-11 SAT follows the national digital SAT format.
Is passing required to graduate?
No exit-exam gate. West Virginia doesn't require passing a state test to graduate; students complete course and credit requirements. The free grade-11 SAT provides a college-usable score.
How it's scored
The state assessment reports performance levels; the grade-11 SAT is scored 400–1600.
Testing windows
Testing runs in a spring window set statewide.
How to prepare
- SAT prep for grade 11Our SAT guide and free Khan Academy Official SAT Practice apply to the grade-11 test
- State practice testsThe state provides free practice tests matching the real format
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 West Virginia's accountability (the WV Balanced Scorecard) and school reporting, guide instruction, and — via the free grade-11 SAT — support college access.
Key facts
- Grades 3–8WV General Summative Assessment
- SubjectsELA, Math; Science 5 & 8
- High schoolFree SAT School Day (gr 11)
- Exit examNone
- AgencyWV Dept. of Education
Where to learn more
Confirm current details with the official source and your district: