STAAR will include the following elementary school assessments:

• 3rd grade Mathematics and Reading 
• 4th grade Mathematics, Reading and Writing
• 5th grade Mathematics, Reading and Science

TEA established a four (4) hour time limit for the STAAR grades 3-8 assessments. TEA notes that a four-hour time limit should provide sufficient time for the majority of students to complete the test. Extra time may be offered to students who meet specific eligibility criteria. 

STAAR™ Performance Standards

Students will score in one of the four categories below:

• Masters Grade Level
• Meets Grade Level
• Approaches Grade Level
• Does Not Meet Grade Level

Click to view the TEA website STAAR Performance Standards  

SSI (Student Success Initiative)

How does STAAR™ affect promotion to the next grade level?   

2020-2021 5th grade SSI notification

2020-2021 5th grade SSI notification (Spanish)

Click to view the TEA website Student Success Initiative