Benchmark Testing

Students prepare for benchmark assessments through daily classroom instruction, as the assessments are based on the TEKS and content taught in class. Families can support students by encouraging regular attendance, completion of assignments, review of classwork, and strong study habits. Teachers may also provide review activities or guidance prior to benchmark testing. Additionally, parents may help students prepare by practicing on IXL.

Yes, parents may contact their child’s teacher to request information about benchmark assessment results. Teachers may share scores, performance feedback, or reports that explain how the student is progressing toward STAAR readiness.

Benchmark assessments are administered in STAAR-tested subjects based on grade level and course, which may include:

• Reading/Language Arts
• Mathematics
• Science
• Social Studies

The district administers benchmark assessments to monitor student progress toward STAAR success. These assessments provide timely data to guide instruction, identify learning gaps, and support student growth throughout the year. Benchmark testing helps ensure that instruction is aligned to STAAR expectations and student needs before the official state assessment.

STAAR-aligned benchmark assessments are administered twice during the school year:

• Fall Benchmark: November
• Spring Benchmark: February or March

Specific testing dates are determined by each department or campus and are based on curriculum pacing.

Teachers use benchmark results to adjust instruction, plan targeted interventions or enrichment, and provide additional support where needed. School administrators review results to monitor grade-level, campus, or district-wide progress and to ensure instructional effectiveness and STAAR readiness.