The CASAS Test

About CASAS

CASAS stands for Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems. Most ESOL students in levels 1-6 take the CASAS Reading and Listening Steps tests. There are 5 test levels (A-E). Hillsborough County Public Schools is able to provide high-quality ESOL classes with the help of funding. It is very important students take CASAS tests to help the schools keep the cost of classes affordable and to ensure classes continue. Student should test after 45-100 classroom hours.

CASAS Reading and Listening Steps tests cover the following competencies:

•Basic Communication

• Consumer Economics

• Community Resources

• Health

• Employment

• Government and Law

For detailed information about reading competencies, click here.

For detailed information about listening competencies, click here.

Test Information

CASAS Reading

CASAS Level	Form Number	Number of Test Items	Test Time*	Scale score ranges
A	Forms 921R - 922R	33	35 minutes	178 - 216
B	Forms 923R - 924R	36	60 minutes	204 - 227
C	Forms 925R - 926R	36	70 minutes	217 - 238
D	Forms 927R - 928R	36	70 minutes	228 - 248
E	Forms 929R - 930R	33	70 minutes	239 - 268

Reading Scores and ESOL (NRS) Levels

chart with ESOL levels and score ranges

CASAS Listening

CASAS Level	Form Number	Number of Test Items	Test Time*	Scale score ranges
A	Forms 621L - 622L	33	32 minutes	158 - 191
B	Forms 623L - 624L	36	50 minutes	182 - 201
C	Forms 625L - 626L	39	57 minutes	192 - 211
D	Forms 627L - 628L	39	62 minutes	202 - 221
E	Forms 629L - 630L	39	41 minutes	212 - 235

Listening Scores and ESOL (NRS) Levels

chart with ESOL levels and score ranges for listening

Practice

Here are some tips and links to help you improve your reading and listening. It is important to practice every day. Do not get discouraged. It takes time to learn English, and you are improving every time you practice.

🎧 Listening Tips

Listen daily: Use podcasts, audiobooks, or English music during your commute or chores.
Watch with subtitles: Start with English subtitles to connect spoken and written words.
Repeat and shadow: Listen to short clips and repeat after the speaker to improve pronunciation and rhythm.
Use slow-speed audio: Platforms like YouTube allow you to slow down speech for better understanding.

📖 Reading Tips

Read what you enjoy: Choose books, articles, or blogs that match your interests to stay motivated.
Highlight new words: Keep a notebook or app to track and review unfamiliar vocabulary.
Read aloud: This improves pronunciation and helps connect reading with speaking.
Summarize what you read: Write or say a short summary to reinforce comprehension.

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