TerraNova Practice Test 2026 — Free TerraNova Exam Prep Questions
TerraNova 3 is a nationally normed achievement test used by many Catholic, private and charter schools and by homeschool families. It measures how students compare with peers nationwide. This practice set targets the Grade 8 (Level 18) Complete Battery, with original reading passages, language editing, math problems, science and U.S. history and civics items written at an eighth-grade level.
TerraNova format, scoring & key facts
Level 18 (grade 8) Complete Battery, TerraNova, Third Edition, Form G, from Data Recognition Corporation. Five separately timed subtests, given by schools on paper or with the TerraNova 3 Online Complete Battery (grades 3-8). Not adaptive. A calculator is allowed only in Mathematics Part 2.
| Edition | TerraNova, Third Edition (TerraNova 3) Complete Battery, Form G |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Data Recognition Corporation (DRC); originally CTB/McGraw-Hill |
| Level | Level 18 is the grade 8 level |
| Complete Battery | 5 subtests, 216 questions, 4 h 5 min of testing time (administration adds about 20-45 minutes) |
| Reading and Language | Reading 46 questions (60 min); Language 34 questions (35 min) |
| Mathematics | 56 questions (70 min); a calculator is allowed only in Part 2 |
| Science and Social Studies | 40 questions each, 40 minutes each |
| Question type | Selected-response (multiple choice) only |
| Norms | 2017 national norms |
| Scores | National percentile, NCE, stanine, grade equivalent, scale score, objective mastery and performance levels; no pass/fail |
Facts last verified Nov 3, 2026. Source: drcshelftraining.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/TerraNova-Brochure-TNDL.pdf. Always confirm details with DRC before your exam.
When can you take the TerraNova?
There are no national test dates. Schools choose when to test, and results are compared with the national norm group for the same grade and time of year.
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What the TerraNova covers
Every PrepBanq TerraNova test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Reading46 questions on literary and informational passages: basic understanding, analyze text, evaluate and extend meaning, and reading and writing strategies. | 21% | ~45 | 32 questions → |
Language34 questions on existing text: sentence structure, writing strategies and editing skills. | 16% | ~35 | 23 questions → |
Mathematics56 questions: number and number relations, computation and estimation, operation concepts, measurement, geometry and spatial sense, data analysis, statistics and probability, patterns, functions and algebra, and problem solving and reasoning. | 26% | ~56 | 39 questions → |
Science40 questions: science inquiry, physical, life, and earth and space science, science and technology, and personal and social perspectives in science. | 18% | ~39 | 28 questions → |
Social Studies40 questions: geographic, historical and cultural, civics and government, and economic perspectives. | 18% | ~39 | 28 questions → |
How to register for the TerraNova
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Set by the school or program that gives the test.
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Data Recognition Corporation scores the tests, and reports are delivered through the DRC INSIGHT Portal and Interactive Reporting.
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Scores describe achievement at the time of testing; the publisher sets no expiry.
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TerraNova FAQ
How many questions are on the TerraNova?
The TerraNova has 216 questions and you have 4 hours 5 minutes to finish. Question types: Selected-response (multiple choice) only, one correct answer per question. Reading questions follow passages, and Language questions are based on short pieces of student writing. Mathematics, Science and Social Studies questions often use diagrams, tables, graphs, maps and documents..
How long is the TerraNova exam?
Testing time for the TerraNova is 4 hours 5 minutes.
What is the passing score for the TerraNova?
TerraNova passing standard: No pass/fail: scores are norm-referenced (national percentiles, normal curve equivalents, stanines, grade equivalents, scale scores), with objective mastery and five performance levels. Score range: National percentiles 1-99; scale scores about 100-900; 2017 national norms.
How much does the TerraNova cost?
The TerraNova registration fee is No test-taker fee is set by the publisher; schools and qualified purchasers order the tests from Data Recognition Corporation. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the TerraNova?
The TerraNova covers Reading (about 21%), Language (about 16%), Mathematics (about 26%), Science (about 18%), Social Studies (about 18%).
Who administers the TerraNova?
The TerraNova 3 (Grade 8 Complete Battery) is administered by DRC. Delivery: Level 18 (grade 8) Complete Battery, TerraNova, Third Edition, Form G, from Data Recognition Corporation. Five separately timed subtests, given by schools on paper or with the TerraNova 3 Online Complete Battery (grades 3-8). Not adaptive. A calculator is allowed only in Mathematics Part 2.
Can you retake the TerraNova?
Set by the school or program that gives the test.
Is there a free TerraNova practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free TerraNova practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real TerraNova formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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