KITE ELS placement scores do not expire. Students may retake the KITE tests one time per year, based on their last test date. If you have a score that places you in two different categories or have questions on the KITE Placement Test, contact an advisor for class placement.
KITE ELS Reading Scores
| Category | KITE Reading Score | And | KITE Listening score | Course Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 500-700 | 535-700 | RCR = Reading Competency Requirement met | |
| R-2, L-1 | 425-499 | 535-700 | ELS 0443 | |
| R-2, L-2 | 425-499 | 500-534 | ELS 0773 then ELS 0443 OR ESL 0773 and ESL 0443 concurrently | |
| R-3, L-2 | 350-424 | 500-534 | ELS 0442 | |
| R-3, L-3 | 350-424 | 425-499 | ELS 0772 then ELS 0442 OR ESL 0772 and ESL 0442 concurrently | |
| R-4, L-3 | 275-349 | 425-499 | ELS 0441 | |
| R-4, L-4 | 275-349 | 350-424 | ELS 0771 then ELS 0441 OR ESL 0771 and ESL 0441 concurrently | |
| 5 | 0-274 | 0-274 | Adult ELA |
KITE ELS Grammar/Writing Scores
| Category | KITE Grammar Score | Or | KITE Writing Score | Course Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 535-700 | 500-700 | English 1101 or 1105 (with RCR met) | |
| 2 | 500-534 | 425-499 | ELS 0553 | |
| 3 | 425-499 | 350-424 | ELS 0552 | |
| 4 | 275-424 | 275-349 | ELS 0551 | |
| 5 | 0-274 | N/A |
KITE ELS - Listening & Speaking
This listening and speaking test is recommended for students to measure their ability to listen and understand spoken English.
KITE ELS Listening & Speaking Scores
| Category | KITE Listening Score | Or | KITE Speaking Score | Course Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 500-700 | 500-700 | College-ready | |
| 2 | 425-499 | 425-499 | ELS 0773 | |
| 3 | 350-424 | 350-424 | ELS 0772 | |
| 4 | 275-349 | 275-349 | ELS 0771 | |
| 5 | 0-274 | N/A | Adult ELA |
KITE ELS Grammar Scores
| Category | KITE Grammar Score | Course Placement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 500-700 | Grammar Competency Met |
| 2 | 425-499 | ELS 0663 |
| 3 | 350-424 | ELS 0662 |
| 4 | 275-349 | ELS 0661 |
| 5 | 0-274 | Adult ELA |
Contact Information
Academic and Specialized Testing Center, Glen Ellyn - Main Campus
Berg Instructional Center (BIC), Room 2A06/2A08
(630) 942-2401
Email: testing@cod.edu
Testing Hours and Locations