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| GHSGT Essentials | All students in Georgia must take the (Georgia High School Graduation Test) earlier than they are able to receive their high school diplomas. The Georgia High School Graduation Test is a method used to show that students have learned definite essential academic skills in high school.
The GHSGT is administered to all students in the eleventh grade and is used to establish whether or not a student will graduate from a Georgia high school. The test consists  of the following subject areas:
 English/Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Writing
Students are expected to pass all five tests to graduate, but they are allowed to take the test once more if they fail. The test is scored from 400 - 600, with 600 being an ideal score. Students must obtain 500 points so as to pass. This score applies to every exam. For the majority of students passing the GHSGT is a steppingstone to college and better things. It may increase student’s lifetime earnings considerably and allow him or her to get that better paying job.
Georgia's graduation tests offer priceless information for students, educators, and parents about student strengths and areas for development. The tests identify students who may necessitate supplementary instruction in the content and abilities necessary for a diploma.
All students seeking a Georgia high school diploma must pass the Georgia High School Graduation Tests (GHSGT) in four content areas in addition to the Georgia High School Writing Assessment. These assessments guarantee that students qualifying for a diploma have mastered necessary core academic content and abilities. Students with disabilities and English Language Learners may get suitable accommodations based on their needs and the specifications of their Individualized Education Program, their Individual Accommodation Plan, or their ELL Testing Participation Committee plan.
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