OGT Overview

Testing and graduation requirements in Ohio are changing for high school students.  The Ohio Ninth Grade Proficiency Tests are being phased out and replaced with the new Ohio Graduation Tests (OGT) to ensure that students are armed with the knowledge they need in this global economy to be successful in the work force and higher education.

The new tests are aligned to Ohio's new academic content standards, which were adopted by the State Board of Education in English, language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies.

Sophomores in March of 2005 (Graduating Class of 2007) are the first class responsible for taking the OGT and passing all 5 tests as a graduation requirement.  Students will have multiple opportunities to take the tests during their high school careers.

The Ohio Department of Education (ODE) encourages students and families to talk with their high school guidance counselors and teachers to find out more detailed information about the OGT.  Additional information and resources also can be found on the ODE Web site at www.OhioAcademicStandards.com and www.ode.state.oh.us/proficiency/OGT