TExES Science of Teaching Reading (STR) (293)
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| TExES Science of Teaching Reading (STR) (293) Quick Facts | |
| Test Content: | Reading Pedagogy, Reading Development: Foundational Skills, Reading Development: Comprehension, Analysis and Response – Written Response |
| Number of questions: | 90 selected-response questions and 1 constructed-response question |
| Time to complete: | 5 hours total appointment time - 15 minutes for CAT tutorial and compliance agreement, 4 hours and 45 minutes testing time |
| Passing score: | 240 |
TExES STR Overview
The TExES Science of Teaching Reading (STR) (293) Test is designed to ensure that Pre-K-6 candidates possess the knowledge and skills necessary to provide effective reading instruction.
The written exam covers 4 domains: Reading Pedagogy, Reading Development: Foundational Skills, Reading Development: Comprehension, and Analysis and Response – Written Response.
The TExES STR exam is currently available year-round by appointment in computer-based format at testing centers in Texas as well as nationwide.
2025 TExES STR Testing Costs*
Below is an overview of the 2025 TExES STR testing fees for computer-based testing.
| Service | Fees |
|---|---|
| Registration for TExES STR | $136.00 |
2025 TExES STR Test Dates*
Computer-based testing for the TExES STR exam is available year-round based on the availability of the testing location.
| TExES STR - Multiple Choice | Results Release Dates |
|---|---|
| 7/21/25 – 8/3/25 | 8/15/25 |
| 8/4/25 – 8/17/25 | 8/29/25 |
| 8/18/25 – 8/31/25 | 9/12/25 |
| 9/1/25 – 9/14/25 | 9/26/25 |
| 9/15/25 – 9/28/25 | 10/10/25 |
| 9/29/25 – 10/12/25 | 10/24/25 |
| 10/13/25 – 10/26/25 | 11/7/25 |
| 10/27/25 – 11/9/25 | 11/21/25 |
| 11/10/25 – 11/23/25 | 12/5/25 |
| 11/24/25 – 12/7/25 | 12/19/25 |
*This information is subject to change. All test-takers should visit the official TExES website at https://www.tx.nesinc.com/ to confirm fees, registration, and testing requirements before enrolling.
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