April 15–26, 2013: 
FCAT 2.0 Reading - Grades 3–10
FCAT 2.0 Math - Grades 3–8
FCAT 2.0 Science - Grades 5 & 8

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What is the FCAT?
The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test is the statewide program, testing students in:

• Writing in grades 4, 8 and 10
• Reading & math in grades 3 through 10
• Science in grades 5, 8 and 11

Why do students take the FCAT?

• Measures achievement of the Sunshine State Standards.
• The plan is to increase student achievement by implementing high standards.
• In the 2010-2011 school year, testing transitioned to the FCAT 2.0, the next generation of Sunshine State Standards.
  

At what grade levels must students pass the FCAT?

• Grade 3 students must earn a FCAT Reading score of Level 2 or higher to be promoted to grade 4.
• Graduating seniors must pass both Reading & Math of the Grade 10 FCAT to graduate from high school.

The Florida Department of Education grades each school from A to F every year based on FCAT scores, graduation rates and more.

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