Key Takeaways
- The WEST score report still shows 240 as the benchmark reference on each subtest
- Washington does not require a passing WEST-B score to satisfy the state’s basic-skills rule
- Approved alternatives can also satisfy the basic-skills requirement
- Online proctoring is available, but candidates should still confirm live scheduling and score-report dates before testing
Last updated: March 2026
The Policy Detail Many Candidates Miss
Two statements can both be true at the same time:
- WEST score reports still reference a benchmark passing score of 240
- Washington does not require candidates to pass WEST-B for the state's basic-skills requirement
That is why you should treat WEST-B scores as diagnostic and informative, even though the state policy is not a simple pass/fail gate in the old sense.
Before You Register
- confirm whether your educator-preparation route accepts WEST-B, an approved alternative, or both
- verify whether you want a single combined CBT session or separate subtests
- check current score report dates
- confirm whether online proctoring works for your testing setup
If you already have another approved basic-skills route, WEST-B may still be useful as practice or documentation, but it may not be your only option.
Test Your Knowledge
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