Regents Tests
The Regents are standardized exams taken by high school students in New York State. They test whether students have mastered the core concepts taught in their class. They can be taken in January, June and again in August. Students must pass the Regents to earn a New York high school diploma.
Test Breakdown
Tests
Skills Tested
Structure
ELA + Social Studies:
English ● U.S History ● Global History
Math:
Algebra ● Algebra II ● Geometry
Science:
Biology ● Chemistry ● Earth Science ● Physics
Structure
Skills Tested
Structure
-Regents tests are usually split into two sections
- One with multiple choice, one with short responses or essays
- Usually takes 2-3 hours
Skills Tested
Skills Tested
Skills Tested
Reading Comprehension ● Text analysis ● Evidence-based writing Historical knowledge ● Document Analysis ● Essay Writing ● Problem Solving ● Graphing & Data ● Algebra & Geometry Skills Scientific Knowledge ● Experiment analysis