TEA Resources

TEA STAAR Science Resources

The STAAR exam administered to Biology students is specific to the course.   The Biology STAAR EOC test is comprised of 54 multiple choice items reported in 5 categories:  cell structure and function, mechanisms of genetics, biological evolution and classification, biological processes and systems, and  interdependence with environmental systems.   Approximately 60%-65% of these items will come from the Readiness Standards while 35%-40% will come from the Supporting Standards. 

In Birdville ISD, the majority of freshmen are enrolled in Biology, so most 9th graders will take the Biology end-of-course STAAR exam in May.  For a student to graduate they must pass the STAAR biology test.  Opportunities to retest will be available in the summer and in the fall.