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 co-host of KSAT News Now and reports for Good Morning San Antonio. He's been at KSAT since 2010 and covered a variety of stories and events across the San Antonio area. He also covers the Spurs for on-air and digital platforms, including his Spurs newsletter. RJ has reported stories for KSAT Explains.

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.