What is AR STAR test?

How does AR® work? This “STAR” test is generally given once a quarter and is designed to identify a student’s range of independent reading. The student is given an independent reading level rating (ZPD) based on their STAR test results.

How long does the AR STAR test take?

STAR tests are designed to be as efficient as possible. On average, students will complete the STAR Math Enterprise test in about 20 minutes, the STAR Reading Enterprise test in about 15 minutes, or the STAR Early Literacy test in 10 minutes. However, some students may require more time.

How do I prepare my child for STAR testing?

Make sure that your child gets a good night’s sleep. Be encouraging – let your child know that you think he/she will do well on the test. Plan for the morning ahead – lay out clothes to wear; have backpack ready to go.

How many questions is the STAR reading test?

34 questions
“Today you will take a test called Star Reading. There are 34 questions on the test. Some of the questions will be easy while others will be more challenging. Don’t worry about how many questions you think you get right, or how many you think you get wrong.

Can you graduate without taking the STAAR test?

Pass all five substitute assessments and you graduate without ever taking STAAR. Note, the existence of substitute assessments is a matter of state law. Schools do not have the option to “refuse” the use of substitute assessments.

What kind of questions are on the STAR reading test?

The questions vary from sentences to short passages, and they are all multiple-choice. The Star Reading test covers five major domains: Word Knowledge and Skills – Covers vocabulary knowledge and comprehension, as well as the ability to apply those strategies in different contexts.

How can I take my STAAR test online?

The STAAR Online Testing Platform operates through a secure browser that must be installed on a desktop or tablet in order to access the tutorials, practice tests, and operational assessments. Links to the secure browsers are available at https://www.texasassessment.com/technology.