Texas State Assessments

Texas' student assessment program is designed to measure the extent to which a student has learned and is able to apply the defined knowledge and skills at each tested grade or course level. The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR)  assessments are: 

STAAR Alt
An alternative assessment based on alternative academic achievement standards designed for students with significant cognitive disabilities who meet the participation requirements for the same grades and subjects above.

Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS)
This testing system consists of reading tests and holistically rated assessments of listening, speaking, reading (K-12) and writing. TELPAS is designed to assess the progress that Limited English Proficiency (LEP) students make in learning the English language.

Additional TELPAS Information

Credit by Examination
State Board of Examination rules requires school districts to offer Examinations for Acceleration to students who wish to test for advancement to the next grade level or receive credit for a high school course for which he or she has had no prior instruction. For more information contact your school counselor or click the link below.

Credit by Examination for Acceleration

TISD Assessment Plan 2019-2024

Grade 3 - Reading and Mathematics (English and Spanish)

Grade 4 - Reading and Mathematics (English and Spanish)

Grade 5 - Reading, Mathematics, and Science (English and Spanish)

Grade 6 - Reading and Mathematics (English and Spanish)

Grade 7 - Reading, Mathematics, and Science (English and Spanish)

Grade 8 - Reading, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies

End-of-Course (EOC) - Algebra I, English I, English II, Biology and U.S. History

 

Texas Education Agency Resources

Assessment Resources for Students & Parents
English Language Learner Resources
STAAR Resources
State and Federally Required Assessments
State Testing Calendars
Student Assessment Division
TAKS Information
Testing & Accountability