TSIA2 Practice Test 2026 — Free TSIA2 Exam Prep Questions
The TSIA2 is the Texas placement test that public colleges use to decide whether a student is ready for college-level English and math courses or needs support first. Our practice targets the multiple-choice College Readiness Classification (CRC) tests in English Language Arts and Reading (ELAR) and Mathematics, across all eight official content categories.
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TSIA2 format, scoring & key facts
Computer-delivered on College Board's ACCUPLACER platform at Texas public colleges, universities and many school districts. Multiple-choice tests are computer-adaptive. Students who miss the College Readiness Classification benchmark move straight into a 48-question Diagnostic Test. No handheld calculators; a pop-up basic, square-root or graphing calculator appears on some math questions · computer-adaptive.
| Math test | 20 adaptive questions: Quantitative 6, Algebraic 7, Geometric and Spatial 3, Probabilistic and Statistical 4 |
|---|---|
| ELAR test | 30 adaptive questions: 15 reading, 15 writing, plus a 300–600-word essay |
| Diagnostic | 48 questions per subject if you score below the benchmark |
| Scores | 910–990; Essay 1–8 |
| College ready | Math 950; ELAR 945 + essay 5 (or Diagnostic level 5–6 + essay 5) |
| Time limit | None: TSIA2 is untimed |
| Calculator | Pop-up basic, square-root or graphing (TI-84) calculator on some math questions only |
| Score validity | 5 years |
Facts last verified Oct 17, 2026. Source: accuplacer.collegeboard.org/accuplacer/pdf/tsia2-mathematics-test-specifications.pdf. Always confirm details with THECB / College Board before your exam.
When can you take the TSIA2?
Offered on demand by Texas public colleges, universities and school districts; contact the testing center for availability.
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What the TSIA2 covers
Every PrepBanq TSIA2 test covers the official content areas; the test owner does not publish weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Quantitative ReasoningMathematics: 6 of 20 CRC questions. Ratios, proportions, percents, rational and irrational numbers, linear expressions and equations in context. | 12% | ~6 | 18 questions → |
Algebraic ReasoningMathematics: 7 of 20 CRC questions. Linear equations, inequalities and systems; linear functions; quadratic, polynomial, exponential, rational and radical equations and expressions. | 14% | ~7 | 21 questions → |
Geometric and Spatial ReasoningMathematics: 3 of 20 CRC questions. Unit conversion, perimeter, area, surface area and volume, transformations, right triangles and basic trigonometry. | 6% | ~3 | 9 questions → |
Probabilistic and Statistical ReasoningMathematics: 4 of 20 CRC questions. Probability, measures of center and spread, data representations and interpretation. | 8% | ~4 | 12 questions → |
Literary Text AnalysisELAR: one 4-question set on a literary passage (explicit information, inferences, author's craft, vocabulary). | 8% | ~4 | 12 questions → |
Informational Text Analysis and SynthesisELAR: 11 of 30 CRC questions, including 2 on paired argumentative passages. | 22% | ~11 | 33 questions → |
Essay Revision and EditingELAR: one 4-question set on an early essay draft (development, organization, language use, conventions). | 8% | ~4 | 12 questions → |
Sentence Revision, Editing, and CompletionELAR: 11 of 30 CRC questions on grammar, usage and punctuation. | 22% | ~11 | 33 questions → |
EssayOne 300–600-word essay, machine scored 1–8; a 5 or higher is required for ELAR college readiness. Not part of the multiple-choice practice bank. | — | — | 0 questions → |
How to register for the TSIA2
Retake policy
You may retake a TSIA2 test at any time; your testing center handles retesting. You must complete the mandatory Pre-Assessment Activity before initial testing.
Score release
In most cases your score report appears as soon as you finish; results are also in the TSIA2 Student Portal.
Credential renewal
Scores can be used for five years from the testing date.
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TSIA2 FAQ
How many questions are on the TSIA2?
The TSIA2 has 50 questions. Question types: All multiple choice with four answer choices. Mathematics: discrete questions, some with graphs, tables or figures. ELAR: a literary passage set, short informational passages, paired argumentative passages, an essay-draft revision set and sentence editing questions. Plus one 300–600-word essay..
What is the passing score for the TSIA2?
TSIA2 passing standard: College ready in math: CRC 950+, or Diagnostic level 6. College ready in ELAR: CRC 945+ with an essay score of 5+, or Diagnostic level 5–6 with an essay score of 5+. Score range: 910–990 (CRC tests); Diagnostic levels 2–6; Essay 1–8.
How much does the TSIA2 cost?
The TSIA2 registration fee is Set by the college, university or school district that gives the test; ask its testing center. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the TSIA2?
The TSIA2 covers Quantitative Reasoning (about 12%), Algebraic Reasoning (about 14%), Geometric and Spatial Reasoning (about 6%), Probabilistic and Statistical Reasoning (about 8%), Literary Text Analysis (about 8%), Informational Text Analysis and Synthesis (about 22%), Essay Revision and Editing (about 8%), Sentence Revision, Editing, and Completion (about 22%), Essay.
Who administers the TSIA2?
The Texas Success Initiative Assessment (TSIA2) is administered by THECB / College Board. Delivery: Computer-delivered on College Board's ACCUPLACER platform at Texas public colleges, universities and many school districts. Multiple-choice tests are computer-adaptive. Students who miss the College Readiness Classification benchmark move straight into a 48-question Diagnostic Test. No handheld calculators; a pop-up basic, square-root or graphing calculator appears on some math questions..
Can you retake the TSIA2?
You may retake a TSIA2 test at any time; your testing center handles retesting. You must complete the mandatory Pre-Assessment Activity before initial testing.
Is there a free TSIA2 practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free TSIA2 practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real TSIA2 formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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