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Do students who fail the STAAR test need to repeat a grade?


no

There is no state requirement that students who fail the STAAR test be held back a grade.

Instead, schools use a student’s failing STAAR score to determine what support that student needs going forward. Those who fail can receive academic intervention and tutoring, then retake the test for a passing grade.

Subsequent failures could indicate that the student is facing broader academic struggles, and it’s up to the school to examine those and determine if the student should be held back. 

To receive a high school diploma, students need to pass five STAAR exams throughout high school or score high enough on multiple substitute standardized tests like the SAT or ACT. The few exceptions are based on factors such as a student’s refugee status or special education needs.

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