Katy ISD offering free COVID-19 rapid testing to students

Tuesday, January 5, 2021
KATY, Texas (KTRK) -- Katy ISD students can now get tested for COVID-19 through a district partnership with RediMD.

Last November, KISD expanded its employee testing services to students enrolled in the district. A free saliva-based rapid test is being offered to students and staff members.
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The school district is also offering the rapid testing service to anyone who is not on Katy ISD's health plan. The cost for a rapid test is $125.

Parents are asked to call 281-396-7808 in advance to schedule a testing appointment.

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The testing site is located at 5801 Katy Hockley Cut Off Rd. and is open from 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m.- noon on Saturday, according to the district.

Parents may also contact RediMD at 866-989-2873 with additional questions.

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