Texas 2036 provides live updates and analysis of 2026 STAAR results
Last Updated: June 10, 2026
Next Update: June 16, 2026 (Grades 3-8 Results)
This guide tracks Texas’ 2026 STAAR results, including End-of-Course (EOC) and Grades 3-8 results, analysis and trends.
2026 STAAR Release Status
✅June 10: STAAR End-of-Course Results
⏳June 16: STAAR Grades 3-8 Results
These results provide an important snapshot of student achievement across Texas and help measure progress toward preparing students for future success.
STAAR End-of-Course Results (Released June 10)
Texas students showed improvement across all five STAAR End-of-Course (EOC) subjects in 2026, with the largest gains occurring in Biology and Algebra I. While the results signal continued academic recovery, performance in Algebra I and U.S. History remains below pre-pandemic levels.
Percentage of Students on Grade Level by Subject
Key Takeaways
- Biology: 71% of students met grade-level expectations in 2026, up from 63% in 2025 and 64% in 2019.
- Algebra I: 54% of students met grade-level expectations in 2026, up from 47% in 2025 but below the 62% recorded in 2019.
- English I: 55% of students met grade-level expectations in 2026, up from 51% in 2025 and above the 49% recorded in 2019.
- English II: 60% of students met grade-level expectations in 2026, up from 56% in 2025 and above the 51% recorded in 2019.
- U.S. History: 70% of students met grade-level expectations in 2026, up from 68% in 2025 and below the 75% recorded in 2019.
Learn More: See Texas Education Agency’s full 2026 EOC Results
Subject-By-Subject Breakdown
Algebra I
2026 Results
| Performance Level | 2025 | 2026 |
| Approaches | 76% | 82% |
| Meets | 47% | 54% |
| Masters | 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
2026 Results
| Performance Level | 2025 | 2026 |
| Approaches | 91% | 93% |
| Meets | 62% | 71% |
| Masters | 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
2026 Results
| Performance Level | 2025 | 2026 |
| Approaches | 66% | 71% |
| Meets | 51% | 55% |
| Masters | 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
2026 Results
| Performance Level | 2025 | 2026 |
| Approaches | 71% | 72% |
| Meets | 56% | 60% |
| Masters | 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
2026 Results
| Performance Level | 2025 | 2026 |
| Approaches | 94% | 93% |
| Meets | 68% | 70% |
| Masters | 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.
What the 2026 STAAR EOC Results Tell Us
These EOC results are good news for Texas families. Improvements across all five tested subjects mean more students are succeeding in coursework that prepares them for life after high school. Grade-level performance in foundational subjects like Algebra I and English is more than a snapshot in time—it is an important indicator of future college, career and military readiness.
The gains also come as Texas continues to invest in improving high school outcomes. Recent legislative efforts have strengthened college and career pathways, expanded access to dual credit coursework and increased opportunities for students to earn industry-recognized credentials before graduation.
Additional indicators of this focus on readiness include:
- Dual credit enrollment increased 87% between 2015 and 2024.
- The number of postsecondary credentials earned in high school increased 532% between 2018 and 2024.
- In the 2022-23 school year, 56% of Texas ISDs offered Advanced Placement courses.
For a deeper dive into this year’s results, explore Senior Research Analyst Carlo Castillo‘s analysis:
2026 STAAR Grades 3-8 Results
Results release June 16, 2026
The Texas Education Agency will release 2026 STAAR Grades 3-8 results on June 16. This section will be updated with statewide results in reading language arts, math, science and social studies, along with analysis of trends across grade levels and subjects.
Check back on June 16 for live updates and key findings.
What to Watch: 2026 STAAR Results
The release of STAAR End-of-Course results showed gains across all five tested subjects, with the largest improvements in Biology and Algebra I. Attention now turns to the grades 3-8 results, which will provide a broader picture of student achievement across Texas.
Key questions include whether gains extend across grade levels and subjects, how performance compares to pre-pandemic benchmarks and whether more students are meeting grade-level expectations statewide.
The Future of Assessments in Texas
Texas is preparing to replace the STAAR exam with a new assessment system under House Bill 8. Beginning in the 2027-28 school year, students will take three shorter assessments throughout the school year designed to provide faster feedback and a more complete picture of student learning.
To learn more about what’s changing and why it matters, watch our explainer videos:
🎥 Why Texas Is Changing How We Measure Student Progress
Learn why Texas is replacing STAAR with three shorter assessments and what parents can expect beginning in 2027.
🎥 When Tests Are Done Right
Discover how well-designed assessments can support student learning, improve instruction and provide more meaningful feedback to families and educators.
Why the STAAR Test Matters
STAAR plays a critical role in identifying whether students are on a path toward success in high school and beyond. It provides an official, unbiased result on whether or not students are ready for the next grade level. And, when students struggle with the test, it triggers a series of increased support.
These tests are a key part of ensuring that all Texas students are prepared for college, careers and life after graduation. A consistent, statewide assessment system gives Texas the data it needs to build a stronger future.
Dive Deeper: Why STAAR matters: Keeping Texas students on track
FAQ: Understanding STAAR Results
What is STAAR?
The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) measures how well students have learned the knowledge and skills outlined in Texas academic standards (TEKS). STAAR results help educators, families and policymakers understand whether students are on track for future academic success and readiness after high school.
What is an EOC exam?
STAAR End-of-Course (EOC) exams measure student performance in five core high school subjects: Algebra I, Biology, English I, English II and U.S. History. Students are required to take these assessments as part of Texas graduation requirements.
How are scores divided?
STAAR scores are reported in four performance levels:
- Did Not Meet Grade Level
- Approaches Grade Level
- Meets Grade Level
- Masters Grade Level
How can parents access STAAR scores?
Parents and guardians can view their child’s STAAR results through the Texas Assessment Family Portal, which provides detailed score reports and information about academic strengths and areas for improvement.
