Keystone Exam Schedule – Winter 2026

Keystone Exams: As you know, demonstrating proficiency on the Keystone Exams is the most direct pathway for students to earn a high school diploma through Act 158. We will continue to provide a supportive and structured testing process to ensure that students have an environment that allows them to demonstrate their knowledge and skills. 

  • More than 1,000 Keystone Exams will be completed during the winter Keystone Exam testing wave, which will occur on January 6-12.
  • We will facilitate adjusted schedules on January 6-9 to accommodate the large number of student testers.
  • Students will be notified of their testing locations and assignments the week of December 15. 
  • Students who are not testing and have their own transportation will be permitted to arrive at school at the conclusion of the testing block (10:20) on January 6-9. 
  • More information about the Keystone Exam schedule and expectations will be shared in the near future. 

Testing Schedule:

  • January 6/7: Adjusted schedule – Keystone Literature and Algebra Exams
  • January 8/9: Adjusted schedule – Keystone Algebra and Biology
  • January 12: Keystone Biology (students who had three tests) – No adjusted schedule
  • January 13: Keystone Make-up Exam — No adjusted schedule 

Parent(s)/Guardians, information about the Keystone Exam process is listed below: 

2026 Electronic Device Letter

2026 Keystone FAQ for Parents​​