Controversy, debate over STAAR test: Is exam failing students, kids?

SAN ANTONIO – KSAT News at Nine examined the debate and controversy over the STAAR test in Texas.

Some educators, parents and Texas lawmakers have been arguing for years that the test isn't an accurate measure of success. Others say the test is just too advanced. 

But the Texas Education Agency tells KSAT it is confident the agency's assessments are on grade level.

We took a look at what the STAAR test is all about, including what impact it has on your kids and school funding in Texas.

Watch the full video above.


About the Authors:

RJ Marquez is the traffic anchor/reporter for KSAT’s Good Morning San Antonio. He also fills in as a news anchor and has covered stories from breaking news and Fiesta to Spurs championships and high school sports. RJ started at KSAT in 2010. He is proud to serve our viewers and be a part of the culture and community that makes San Antonio great.

Valerie Gomez is lead video editor and graphic artist for KSAT Explains. She began her career in 2014 and has been with KSAT since 2017. She helped create KSAT’s first digital-only newscast in 2018, and her work on KSAT Explains and various specials have earned her a Gracie Award from the Alliance for Women in Media and multiple Emmy nominations.