2026 STAAR EOC Results: Subject-by-Subject Breakdown
The Texas Education Agency released 2026 STAAR End-of-Course (EOC) results on June 10, providing a snapshot of student performance in five core high school subjects: Algebra I, Biology, English I, English II and U.S. History.
Results improved across all five EOC subjects in 2026. Here’s a subject-by-subject breakdown of the latest results.
Algebra I STAAR EOC Results
| Performance Level | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Approaches Grade Level | 76% | 82% |
| Meets Grade Level | 47% | 54% |
| Masters Grade Level | 29% | 30% |
Texas 2036 Insight
While more than half of students met grade-level expectations in Algebra I, performance remains below pre-pandemic levels, underscoring the importance of continued focus on foundational math skills.
Biology STAAR EOC Results
| Performance Level | 2025 | 2026 |
| Approaches Grade Level | 91% | 93% |
| Meets Grade Level | 62% | 71% |
| Masters Grade Level | 21% | 35% |
Texas 2036 Insight
Biology posted the largest gain among all EOC subjects in 2026. More than seven in ten students met grade-level expectations, reflecting encouraging progress in science achievement and preparation for future STEM opportunities.
English I STAAR EOC Results
| Performance Level | 2025 | 2026 |
| Approaches Grade Level | 66% | 71% |
| Meets Grade Level | 51% | 55% |
| Masters Grade Level | 16% | 13% |
Texas 2036 Insight
English I continued to show improvement in 2026, with more than half of students meeting grade-level expectations. Strong literacy skills remain essential for academic success, workforce readiness and lifelong learning.
English II STAAR EOC Results
| Performance Level | 2025 | 2026 |
| Approaches Grade Level | 71% | 72% |
| Meets Grade Level | 56% | 60% |
| Masters Grade Level | 9% | 9% |
Texas 2036 Insight
English II results improved for the fourth consecutive year since the pandemic, with 60% of students meeting grade-level expectations. Continued growth in reading, writing and analytical skills will be critical to preparing students for success after high school.
U.S. History STAAR EOC Results
| Performance Level | 2025 | 2026 |
| Approaches Grade Level | 94% | 93% |
| Meets Grade Level | 68% | 70% |
| Masters Grade Level | 37% | 37% |
Texas 2036 Insight
U.S. History continued to show strong performance in 2026, with 70% of students meeting grade-level expectations. Results remained above pre-pandemic levels, reflecting sustained student achievement in the subject.
Looking Beyond the Headlines
Want a deeper look at what these results mean for student achievement and readiness in Texas? Senior Research Analyst Carlo Castillo breaks down the statewide trends, key takeaways and policy implications.
→ Read Carlo Castillo’s analysis of the 2026 STAAR EOC results