Testing – Odyssey Charter Schools of Nevada

General Testing Information

Please click the following link for Odyssey’s 2024-2025 Testing Calendar: Odyssey Testing Calendar 2024-2025

Please click the following link for Odyssey’s Device Policy for Secure Testing Environments: Device Policy for Secure Testing Environments

State and Federally Required Tests:

State and federal testing is required at Odyssey. There is no ‘opt-out’ policy. We are required to follow all state and federal testing requirements because we are a tuition-free, publicly-funded school. All public school students in Nevada must participate in tests required by the state and federal governments, such as the SBAC, NV Science, and a College and Career Readiness test such as The ACT.

Required Tests by Grade:
Grades 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8: SBAC (English & Math)
Grades 5, 8, and 9: NV Science
Grade 11: The ACT

Required Tests by Educational Program:
English Learner Program: All grades, WIDA Testing
Special Education Program: Please refer to your IEP team for more information.

Optional Tests:

These are optional tests high school students can take to connect with various opportunities like careers and scholarships.
National Seal of Biliteracy (NSOB): This exam gives students the Seal of Biliteracy on their diploma, which certifies that they can work in 2 languages. NSOB Testing is scheduled for December 13, 2024, from 10:00AM-2:00PM.
Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT): This exam is for 10th and 11th-grade students for the National Merit Scholarship Program. PSAT/NMSQT testing has concluded for the 2024-2025 school year.
Advanced Placement (AP): These subject area exams provide college credit. Testing will take place in the first two weeks of May 2024. Please contact Mr. Smyth for subject-specific information. AP Testing is scheduled for May 5, 2025 to May 16, 2025.
Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB): This exam prepares students for careers in the U.S. Armed Services. ASVAB testing is scheduled for January 13, 14, & 15, 2025 from 8:00AM-11:00AM and 12:00PM-3:00PM. Students will only attend one 3-hour session if they choose to test.