STAAR

Supporting educators on the implementation of the STAAR Test

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    STAAR Stuff

    The STAAR test can be confusing and complicated, that's why we're here to break down all you need to know about STAAR without boring you to sleep.

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    STAAR Blueprint Breakdowns and Response Rubrics

    These Blueprint Breakdowns provide insight into the construction of STAAR tests. Each Breakdown lists the number of questions, possible points, number of assessed standards, and a student expectation performance snapshot from the 2025 STAAR test results. Math

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    Science STAAR Power: Biology - Individual License (Downloadable PDF)

    Introducing Biology EOC Science STAAR Power! Fully aligned with the adopted Biology TEKS, this product helps your students prepare for the evolving nature of state assessments. This digital download includes: TEKS-aligned activities created for each reporting category/strand. A teacher overview to help the teacher with set-up, facilitation, and differentiation with minimal prep time. A student sheet that guides students through each part of the activity. Corresponding resources that are needed for each activity. A teacher answer key that can be used to assess student mastery. These resources are designed to activate prior knowledge and can be implemented flexibly—whether for individual deep-dives, partnered exploration, or collaborative small-group work Power up science student understanding today! Note: These activities are designed to support key strands and strengthen student understanding; they are not intended to serve as a comprehensive curriculum for all assessed standards. Digital Download, 1 PDF The Science STAAR Power: Biology was produced and is maintained by the Content Services team at Region 13.

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What is the STAAR Test?

Each year Texas students are required to take the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, aka STAAR. The STAAR test assesses student achievement and knowledge learned by grade level through a series of standardized tests.

STAAR is based on state curriculum standards in the core subject areas of reading, writing, math, science, and social studies. Testing starts in the spring, and the number of tests students have to take depends on their grade level.

Our specialists support the STAAR test year-round through the teaching of curriculum standards, the improvement of teaching strategies through professional development, or by providing instruction on the use of and availability of accommodations and supports to students who qualify. We help all educators prepare their students and campuses for the STAAR test to ensure that all of their students achieve success.


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Contact a member of our team for more information.

staar@esc13.txed.net

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STAAR Redesign

The STAAR redesign required by HB 3261 (2021) changed the test in many ways. The STAAR assessment is used to assess our student's level of proficiency and understanding of the TEKS.

The redesign was developed to make the STAAR test better, more efficient, and more effective. TEA held a focus group with over 600 educators. Based on focus group feedback, STAAR is now more tightly aligned to the classroom experience. Questions reflect actual units of study, less multiple-choice questions, and writing components are more familiar to students.

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