Testing (AP, SAT, & CAASPP)

The California Department of Education provides information regarding the development, coordination, and implementation of statewide testing programs in California. Click on the link for more test date information.

 

📘 Advanced Placement (AP) Exams

Topic	What Students & Parents Need to Know
Exam Dates	May 4–8, 2026 (Week 1) and May 11–15, 2026 (Week 2). Late testing: May 18–22, 2026.
Times	Exams are given in the morning (8–12pm) or afternoon (12–4pm) depending on the subject. Exact times and locations will be shared by the school’s AP Coordinator.
Registration Deadline	Exams must be ordered by November 14, 2025. Late orders cost an extra fee.
Accommodations	Students needing special testing arrangements must apply by January 16, 2026.
Portfolios/Projects	Some AP classes (Art, Seminar, Research, Computer Science Principles) require digital submissions: due April 30 or May 8, 2026 (depending on the course).
Important Note	Students must test on the official College Board schedule—early testing is not allowed

 

📗 SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test)

Topic	What Students & Parents Need to Know
Format	The SAT is now fully digital. Students take it on a laptop or tablet using the College Board’s Bluebook™ app. The test takes about 2 hours.
How It Works	The test is adaptive—the second set of questions adjusts to the student’s performance on the first.
When to Take It	The SAT is offered several times each year. Students should check the College Board website for the most up-to-date dates and deadlines.
Registration	Students must register online through the College Board. Deadlines are usually about 1 month before the test date.
Scores	Scores are released about 2–4 weeks after the test through the student’s College Board account.
Why Take It	The SAT is widely used for college admissions and scholarships. Even though many colleges are now test-optional, strong scores can still help.