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California Science Test Informational Video

This six-minute video provides a general overview of the California Science Test (CAST). It explains the structure of CAST and provides information regarding administration, scoring and reporting of assessment results.

Questions:   California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress | caaspp@cde.ca.gov | 916-445-8765
Last Reviewed: Monday, August 10, 2026
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