The Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) is a state-mandated standardized test administered in Texas public schools.   At this time, the passing standard for all tests is a score of 2100 or better. 9th graders are tested in Reading and Math.  The Reading test is in March; the Math test is at the end of April. 10th graders are tested in all four core subjects: English/Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies.  Scores on this test determine the rating the Texas Education Agency (TEA) gives BISD.  The E/LA test is in March; the other three tests are at the end of April. 11th graders are also tested in all four core subjects.  This is the Exit-Level test, meaning that students must pass all four sections in order to graduate.  The E/LA test is in March; the other three tests are at the end of April. 12th graders only take the TAKS test if they failed one or more sections of the 11th grade, Exit-Level test.  Opportunities to re-test on all four sections are in July, October, March, and late April. To see what the test looks like, and to practice, get released tests at: http://www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assessment/resources/release/taks/index.html

TAKS TESTING: JULY TAKS testing will take place July 13-16 for juniors who did not pass the exit-level exams. ELA -- July 13 Math -- July 14 Science -- July 15 Social Studies -- July 16 Free summer TAKS tutorials will be available at Rudder High School the following days. Students can attend from 8:15-11:30 or from 12:00-3:15. June 28 June 29 June 30 July 1 July 6 July 7 July 8 July 12

Practice Tests Prepare for TAKS using T.R.A.C.K. This free online program offers tests and tutorials in all four subject areas tested on TAKS. Practice Now