Our FAST Practice Tests
All states have a standardized testing system to gauge whether kids are ready to move on to the next level of schooling. In Florida, they are called the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST). Most students want to take some practice tests to prepare them for the tests.
Take a FAST practice test below to prepare for your exam. Make sure to review the answer explanations at the end of each exam.
Other FAST Practice Resources
If you have practiced with our FAST math resources above, you can practice for the reading section with these resources below.
| Grade | Provider |
| 3rd Grade FAST ELA Reading | Florida Statewide Assessments |
| 4th Grade FAST ELA Reading | Florida Statewide Assessments |
| 5th Grade FAST ELA Reading | Florida Statewide Assessments |
| 6th Grade FAST ELA Reading | Florida Statewide Assessments |
| 7th Grade FAST ELA Reading | Florida Statewide Assessments |
| 8th Grade FAST ELA Reading | Florida Statewide Assessments |
| 9th Grade FAST ELA Reading | Florida Statewide Assessments |
| 10th Grade FAST ELA Reading | Florida Statewide Assessments |
What is the FAST Test?
The FAST test is the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking. It is a set of exams that is administered 3 times throughout a school year to students in Florida.
Fast Facts:
- FAST ELA Reading Exam: Administered to Students in Grades 3-10
- FAST Math Exam: Administered to Students in Grades 3-8
- Administered 3 Times Throughout the School Year
This exam used to be known as the FSA exam. The FSA was retired at the end of the 2022 school year and replaced with the FAST assessment.
FAST Test Outline
The FAST exam is administered 3 times throughout the school year. Those testing windows are called PM1, PM2, and PM3. Here is what you can expect when taking the FAST:
| Grades/Subject | PM1 and PM2 | PM3 |
|---|---|---|
| Grades 3–10 ELA Reading | 90 Minutes | 120 Minutes |
| Grades 3–5 Mathematics | 80 Minutes | 100 Minutes |
| Grades 6–8 Mathematics | 100 Minutes | 120 Minutes |
The exam will be computer adaptive. This means that it will get easier or harder, depending on how you are performing on the exam. You can expect about 35-40 questions per exam. The questions will review topics you learned during your classes.
FAST Scoring
You will get your test scores within 24 hours of taking the exam. Your score will be categorized into 1 of 5 achievement levels:
- Level 1: Well Below Grade Level
- Level 2: Below Grade Level
- Level 3: On Grade Level
- Level 4: Proficient
- Level 5: Exemplary
| Assessment | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Level 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 3 ELA Reading | 140–185 | 186–200 | 201–212 | 213–224 | 225–260 |
| Grade 4 ELA Reading | 154–198 | 199–212 | 213–223 | 224–236 | 237–270 |
| Grade 5 ELA Reading | 160–205 | 206–221 | 222–231 | 232–245 | 246–279 |
| Grade 6 ELA Reading | 161–208 | 209–224 | 225–236 | 237–249 | 250–284 |
| Grade 7 ELA Reading | 165–214 | 215–231 | 232–241 | 242–256 | 257–292 |
| Grade 8 ELA Reading | 169–219 | 220–237 | 238–250 | 251–261 | 262–300 |
| Grade 9 ELA Reading | 174–223 | 224–241 | 242–253 | 254–266 | 267–303 |
| Grade 10 ELA Reading | 179–229 | 230–246 | 247–257 | 258–270 | 271–308 |
| ELA Reading Retake | 179–229 | 230–246 | 247–257 | 258–270 | 271–308 |
| Grade 3 Mathematics | 140–182 | 183–197 | 198–208 | 209–224 | 225–260 |
| Grade 4 Mathematics | 155–199 | 200–210 | 211–220 | 221–237 | 238–273 |
| Grade 5 Mathematics | 158–206 | 207–221 | 222–233 | 234–245 | 246–285 |
| Grade 6 Mathematics | 168–212 | 213–228 | 229–238 | 239–253 | 254–287 |
| Grade 7 Mathematics | 175–222 | 223–234 | 235–246 | 247–257 | 258–288 |
| Grade 8 Mathematics | 183–226 | 227–243 | 244–253 | 254–262 | 263–291 |
How Do I Prepare For the FAST Test?
There are a couple of things you can do to prepare for the FAST exam:
- Attend Class / Pay Attention: Everything you are tested on throughout the FAST exam should have been taught to you in your classes. If you pay attention and do well in school, you should be relatively prepared.
- Take a free FAST Practice Exam: If you want to brush up on some materials, you can take a free practice exam above. You can learn which concepts you struggle with and study those before your exam.
- Ask for Individual Help: If you feel that you need some significant help, ask your teach to set aside some time to help you with difficult concepts. Your teachers are incentivized to help you succeed on these exams. They should be more than willing to help you succeed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FAST testing used for?
Testing covers all the common core areas of education to give a guide for teachers’ instruction and set goals for state school requirements. They help educators know whether a student is well-equipped for the next grade and if he or she is ready to graduate when the time comes.
All students must pass the 10th grade FSA ELA Reading test to receive their high school diplomas.
What happens if you fail the FAST?
If you or your child fails the FAST in grades 3 to 9, they will need to work with the school to see how they could move on to the next grade or they will be held back.
Students in 10th grade will be allowed to retake the FAST until their 12th-grade year. They will be unable to graduate until a passing score is achieved.
Did the FSA become the FAST?
Yes, at the end of 2022 the FSA was retired and replaced with the FAST.
When is the FAST exam given?
The exact exam dates can slightly vary, but you can expect something around this timeline:
- PM1: August 14 – September 29
- PM2: December 4 – January 26
- PM3: May 1 – May 31
