Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment Information & Practice

What is the TSI and why do I need to take it?

For the Dual Credit program in high school, the TSI Assessment is used to determine readiness for college level work.  The TSI has 3 tests - reading, writing and math.  A student may not need to test in all areas; the tested sections are determined by the course(s) a student wants to take.  If a student meets exemption requirements, they may be able take classes without needing the TSI Assessment.  

Exemption requirements are as follows:

• SAT® – EBRW 480 or higher
• ACT® – English 19 & Composite 23 or higher
• PSAT/NMSQT® – EBRW 460 or higher
• STAAR EOC English II – 4000 or higher 

Minimum scores required for the TSI Assessment 2.0 are as follows:

• ELAR (Reading & Writing) minimum score of 945
• Essay, minimum score of 5
• Math, minimum score of 950

Read more details here about the TSI Assessment 2.0 from College Board®.

How can I practice?

Use the Mastery Prep program available through Waltrip high School. This is the best way to study (see Ms. Griffin for details). Also, you can get the Accuplacer Study App – Create an account and practice with sample questions.  More practice options can be found on the site.

Texas Success Initiative Sample Questions – download the sample questions and answers

The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Practice at Houston Community College

• • TSI Practice Tests– Choose a practice test below to watch a quick video, then click "Test Yourself" to start the practice test.
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    • READING
    • WRITING
    • MATH

  •  Optional Resources – Use the links below to explore additional resources for:

    • READING
    • WRITING
    • MATH

     

    When & Where can I take the TSI Assessment?

    Austin HS students will test at Waltrip HS.  Contact the counselor Anita Griffin at agriffi2@houstonisd.org for additional details and test dates.