STAAR will include the following middle school assessments:

• 6th grade Mathematics and Reading
• 7th grade Mathematics, Reading and Writing
• 8th grade Mathematics, Reading, Social Studies and Science
• Students who are in Algebra I will be required to take the STAAR Algebra I EOC instead of the grade level STAAR mathematics assessment.

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