The Process

    1. Students take the appropriate Keystone exam while enrolled in each Keystone trigger course (Algebra 1, English 10, and Biology).
    2. Once Keystone scores are received, the testing coordinator communicates with counselors and case managers (if applicable).
    3. Students are offered the opportunity to retake Keystones in which they did not earn proficiency. Note: Retakes are only possible until the end of the 11th grade year.
    4. If applicable, a team meeting will be held to discuss student's options, progress, and action items to complete.
    5. During the fall of students' senior year, they will be informed if they are not on track to satisfy state graduation requirements.

    All eligible students are scheduled to take the requisite Keystone exams while enrolled in each Keystone course: Advanced Algebra I, Biology, and English 10. Students who have missed taking a Keystone will be scheduled during the next available administration.

Graduation Pathways

  • Pathway 1: Keystone Proficiency Pathway

  • Pathway 2: Composite Pathway

  • Act 158 of 2018 prescribed multiple pathways for students to meet Pennsylvania's assessment requirement for graduation.  The state released criteria for alternate assessments in spring 2020.  These requirements impact the class of 2023 and beyond.

  • Click here to download the Act 158 Pathways guide