TEKS

Q: What does TEKS stand for?

TEKS stands for Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, the official state standards for K–12 education in Texas.

Q: How can teachers use this directory?

Teachers can quickly locate standards by grade and subject, open detailed descriptions, and use built‑in examples and resources for planning lessons or communicating with parents.

Standards by grade · 824 standards · 6 grades

Choose a grade → pick a subject → open a standard

What is TEKS?

Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) outline what students should know and be able to do at each grade level in each subject. Use this directory to navigate standards quickly and consistently.

About the TEKS Standards

The Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) define what students should know and be able to do at each grade level across Mathematics, English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. Teachers use TEKS to plan instruction, monitor progress, and ensure readiness for the next grade.

Browse by grade — each grade groups standards by subject.
Open a standard — find a clear description plus classroom examples.
Plan faster — use question stems, common misconceptions, and related links.

Each standard page aims to be practical: concise overview, classroom examples, and links to related TEKS so you can move from planning to action quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does TEKS stand for?

TEKS stands for Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills — the official state standards for K–12 education in Texas.

How can teachers use this directory?

Find standards by grade and subject, open concise descriptions, and use built‑in examples and question stems to speed up lesson planning and parent communication.