Exam for Acceleration

Before moving forward with an exam for acceleration request, please review "Student Considerations for Advancing in Math." Please also consult with your student's math teacher prior to requesting an exam to see if they feel your student would benefit from accelerating.

Each year, LISD offers students an opportunity to take an Exam for Acceleration (EA) at no cost to the student.  Students and parents can request the exam through their grade level counselor.  Students who are in 5th grade complete registration through their elementary school.  Since LISD does not receive reimbursement for tests taken, students are expected to complete each exam they have registered for and be available during the testing window they have selected.  LISD will only pay for one attempt for an EA.  If students are successful, they must accelerate to the next level of the course they tested in.  If students are not successful on a first attempt and parents desire a re-test, the cost for the second attempt is covered by the family and must be taken during a specific TEA testing window. Your counselor or a district staff member will assist in  completing the form for a retake.   

The deadline for students wishing to accelerate through either an online course or an EA is July 31st.  Results must be submitted to the grade level counselor by the deadline in order for acceleration to occur for the current school year.

Additional Links and Information

Study Guides

Calculator Guidelines

LISD Exam for Acceleration

LISD Math Pathway Info

Retesting information: If a passing score is not achieved, a second attempt is allowed during a specific testing window per TEA policy.  A student is not allowed to retake the same exam within the same testing window. Second attempt exams may be requested, at the parent's expense, by emailing your student's counselor. Retest scores must be reported to CRMS before the first day of school for correct placement. Student/family is responsible for paying for a retest.  Only high school credit courses can be retaken. 

Note: Students who pass an Exam for Acceleration during the school year will complete the 2025-2026 school year in his/her current class.  Students will receive their acceleration in the 2026-2027 school year.

Math Pathway Info

https://www.leanderisd.org/advancedacademics_middleschool/