The Alaska System of Academic Readiness (AK STAR) is designed to streamline the testing experience for grades 3–9 in the areas of English language arts (ELA) and mathematics.

AK STAR Practice Tests Practice tests are available for all grades 3-9 in both ELA and mathematics, with 26-30 items per practice test with all item types represented. Practice items with ASL and text-to-speech accommodation tools are available.

The Alaska System of Academic Readiness (AK STAR) ELA and Mathematics assessments were first administered in spring of 2022 to students in grades 3-9. The assessments measure a student's understanding of Alaska's standards.

May 17, 2024 · The Alaska System of Academic Readiness (AK STAR) and the Alaska Science Assessment are computer-based, state-required assessments administered to students in Grades 3-9 (English language arts and mathematics) and grades 5, 8 and 10 (science) each spring during the state-designated testing window.

The Alaska System of Academic Readiness (AK STAR) uses a testing platform developed by Northwest Evaluation Association. This assessment is administered to students in grades 3-9, and assesses their understanding of the Alaska English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematic Standards adopted in 2012.

The Alaska System of Academic Readiness (AK STAR) and the Alaska Science Assessment are designed to measure a student’s understanding of the skills and concepts outlined in the Alaska English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics Standards …

The State of Alaska Department of Education's (DEED) AK STAR and Alaska Science Assessment Student Preparation pages provide families and educators with resources to support students in preparing for spring testing.

The AK STAR student readiness resources are comprised of two components to support students learning the navigation within the test environment, the available tools, and the format of the assessment: Student Tutorial and Practice Tests.

Take advantage of our FREE AK STAR online practice test, which can assess your child’s or student’s Alaska System of Academic Readiness in just 5 minutes! With instant results and feedback, you’ll be able to identify strengths and areas for improvement quickly.

The 2021–2022 academic year was the first year that students participated in Alaska’s connected interim and summative assessment system known as the Alaska System of Academic Readiness (AK STAR) for English language arts (ELA) and mathematics in Grades 3–9.