Time Limits
A full day time limit is in place for STAAR assessments for grades 3-8 as well as EOC exams in Algebra I, Biology, and U.S. History. Students will be allowed five hours to complete EOCs in English I and English II. Extended time accommodations are available for certain students with unique learning needs.
Test Versions
STAAR tests are available in Spanish in grades 3 through 5. STAAR Alt 2 Alternative versions of STAAR assessments are available to students for whom a committee (e.g. ARD, LPAC, 504) has determined a need for accommodations not available through regular STAAR assessments.
High School Graduation Requirements
As one of the requirements for graduation, students must pass five EOC assessments English I, English II, Algebra I, Biology, and U.S. History . Students may retest as many times as necessary in a subject area in order to meet this requirement.
Accelerated Instruction Required
Accelerated instruction is required for any student who fails Grades 3-8 Reading, Math, Grades 5 & 8 Science, Grade 8 Social Studies and all 5 EOCs (Eng, I, Eng II, Alg I, Bio and US History).
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required in Summer or during following school year for any student who fails to perform satisfactorily on STAAR (4 to 1 ratio unless parent waives)
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Minimum of 15 hours of supplemental instruction for each test that the student failed to pass.
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Accelerated Education Plans are required for students who consecutively fail the same subject along with a minimum of 30 hours of supplemental instruction
Testing Calendar
The state testing calendar is based on a calendar year, rather than on the academic year. Please note that these are subject to change and the official state assessment calendar should be consulted for specifics on testing dates.
Accessing Your Child’s Score
Parents can check their children's score by visiting:
Skyward Family Portal and selecting Cambium Link
OR
https://texasassessment.gov/staar/families/