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Kentucky Core Content Test

Last Updated on Wednesday, July 01, 2009 at 5:03 AM

 

The KCCT is a major component of Kentucky's Assessment and Accountability Program.  The results of this test are used to evaluate the school program in the state accountability system. The results from the reading and math content areas are also used to meet federal testing and reporting requirements of the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB).

 

The Kentucky Core Content Test (KCCT) is a criterion-referenced test based on Kentucky’s content standards. The test items measure Kentucky Core Content for Assessment (v4.1), a subset of the Program of Studies. Both of these documents define student expectations by content area and grade level.

 

Students in grades 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, and 12 will be assessed in content areas specific to their grade level.

 

 

Grade     Core Content Area

   3          reading, mathematics

   4          reading, mathematics, science

   5          reading, mathematics, social studies, ODW

   6          reading, mathematics

   7          reading, mathematics, science

   8          reading, mathematics, social studies, ODW

 10          reading

 11          mathematics, science, social studies

 12          on-demand writing (ODW) (Fall Testing window)

 

Please choose a link below for additional information concerning KCCT administration and other vital information.

 

Grade 12 On-Demand Writing
Grade 12 On-Demand Writing is the only part of the Kentucky Core Content Test (KCCT) to be given in the fall.   The Grade 12 On-Demand Writing is comprised of two prompts: a 60-minute direct prompt and a 60-minute passage-based prompt. Both prompts are scored analytically.   The documents and links below contain information regarding ... More


 

KCCT Spring Administration
The Kentucky Core Content Test (KCCT) is given in two windows - Fall and Spring. The Spring Administration covers all grade levels and core content areas, except for Grade 12 On-Demand Writing. The materials needed to administer the assessment are found below. Click on here for Grade 12 On-Demand Writing information which is administered ... More


For more information contact:

Assessment Information
500 Mero Street, 18th Floor CPT
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 564-4394
Fax: (502) 564-7749
dacinfor@education.ky.gov