Elementary School Exam for Acceleration Without Prior Instruction

Exam for Acceleration (without prior instruction) is available to first through fifth grade students who wish to test for advancement to the next grade level. Examinations for grades 1-5 are criterion-referenced tests from Texas Tech University, University of Texas, or other testing instruments approved by the Superintendent or designee. Elementary students must take exams in language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies for the grade level he or she wishes to skip.  Students must demonstrate mastery of 90% or higher mastery on each test to be eligible for advancement.  A school district representative recommends acceleration of the student. Students are encouraged to review the course study guide on the university website.

Texas Tech University - www.depts.ttu.edu/ode/cbereview       

University of Texas - www.utexas.edu/cee/dec/k16/index.php?page=credit

The testing window and application deadlines are listed below for students currently attending Frisco ISD.  For students who move to the Frisco community at the start of the school year, testing will be offered in September. 

There is no charge for testing.  Students who register for an examination and do not take the examination will be assessed a fine equivalent to the cost of procuring the examination.  Exam results will be mailed to the counselor after scoring is completed. 

Grade 5 Students – Testing to Accelerate Grade 6 Mathematics

Middle School Math Advancement Testing Flow Chart

Frisco ISD Elementary Exam for Acceleration Flow Chart

Frisco ISD Exam for Acceleration Parent Information

Frisco ISD Exam for Acceleration Application