Biology 1 EOC

What do I need to know?

Public school students enrolled in Biology 1 must participate in the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) Biology 1 End-of-Course (EOC) Assessment. Students taking the Biology 1 EOC will have the opportunity to test during one of the following administrations throughout the year:

• July 12–23, 2021
• September 13–October 1, 2021
• November 29–December 17, 2021
• May 2–27, 2022
• July 11–22, 2022

Your exact testing date within these windows will be determined by your district. Some districts may have specific rules/restrictions for each test administration.

Read our Student/Parent Letter regarding EOC assessment information for details.

For more information about the NGSSS Biology 1 EOC Assessment, visit the Florida Department of Education.

How can I prepare?

• REQUIRED: Students must take the computer-based practice test prior to taking the Biology 1 EOC assessment. This practice test will help you gain familiarity with the types of questions and test functionality. Click here to access the practice test.
• Biology EOC Assessments Answer Keys for Practice Tests
• FLVS has created a practice test that will offer additional help while reviewing for the EOC assessment. Check your answers.
• View the Periodic Table of Elements that you will have access to during the test.

Review sessions:

Prepare for the assessment by clicking one of the links below to view our recorded review sessions.

• Part 1: Nature of science, microscopes, properties of water, macromolecules, enzymes, cell theory, cells, photosynthesis, aerobic and anaerobic cellular respiration, ATP
• Part 2: Mitosis, meiosis, genetics and heredity, DNA replication, transcription and translation, mutations, cancer, plants, human reproduction
• Part 3: Origin of life, evolution and natural selection, classification, ecosystems, biosphere, biotechnology, human body systems and human health
• Part 4: Mock Exam

Still have questions?

Please contact the Assessment Team at testing@flvs.net with any questions or concerns regarding the assessment.