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Key Facts: CASAS Exam
43+ states
States using CASAS
CASAS.org, 2024
NRS EFLs 1–6
Score levels measured
NRS Test Benchmarks, July 2025
June 30, 2032
Reading GOALS 2 NRS approval sunset
Federal Register, May 8, 2025
28–40 items
Questions per test form (by level)
CASAS Test Specifics, casas.org
150–260
Continuous CASAS scaled score range
CASAS Scale Score documentation
360+
Life skills competencies in the CASAS framework
CASAS Competencies, casas.org
CASAS serves more than 1 million adult learners annually across 43+ U.S. states and territories (CASAS, 2024). The Reading GOALS 2 series (forms 921R–930R) received NRS approval in May 2025 with a sunset date of June 30, 2032 (Federal Register, May 8, 2025). Tests use a continuous scaled score from approximately 150 to 260, with ABE Level 1 beginning at scores of 203 and below and Level 6 (Adult Secondary Education) at 236 and above on Math GOALS 2 (NRS Test Benchmarks, July 2025). Each test form contains 28–40 items administered in 15–75 minutes depending on level. CASAS assessments are aligned to the College and Career Readiness (CCR) Standards for ABE and English Language Proficiency (ELP) Standards for ESL.
Sample CASAS Practice Questions
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1Read the label on a can of soup: Campbell's Chicken Noodle Soup Serving Size: 1 cup (240 mL) Servings Per Container: About 2 Calories: 60 per serving Sodium: 890 mg per serving If you eat the entire can, how many calories will you consume?
2Read the store advertisement: SALE THIS WEEKEND ONLY! Regular price: $45.00 25% OFF all jackets What is the sale price of a jacket?
3Read the bus schedule for Route 12: Bus Stop Departure Times Downtown 7:05 AM 8:20 AM 9:35 AM City Library 7:18 AM 8:33 AM 9:48 AM Market Street 7:27 AM 8:42 AM 9:57 AM Riverfront 7:40 AM 8:55 AM 10:10 AM You need to arrive at Market Street no later than 9:00 AM. Which bus should you take from Downtown?
4Read the medicine label: Ibuprofen 200 mg Tablets Adults and children 12 years and over: Take 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms last. Do not take more than 3 tablets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor. At 8:00 AM you take 1 tablet. What is the earliest time you should take the next tablet?
5Read the job advertisement: WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE Pay: $16.50/hour Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (30-min unpaid lunch) Benefits: Health insurance after 90 days Apply in person: 4820 Industrial Blvd, ask for Maria How many paid hours does this employee work each day?
6Read this pay stub: Employee: James Rivera Pay Period: May 1–15, 2026 Regular Hours: 40 Rate: $18.00/hr Gross Pay: $720.00 Federal Tax: −$72.00 State Tax: −$28.80 Social Security: −$44.64 Medicare: −$10.44 Net Pay: ___________ What is James's net pay (take-home pay) for this period?
7Read the grocery store receipt: Best Mart — Thank you for shopping! Milk (1 gal) $3.89 Bread $2.49 Eggs (1 doz) $4.19 Apples (3 lb) $1.99 Orange Juice $3.29 Subtotal: ______ Tax (0%): $0.00 Total: $15.85 Is the subtotal correct?
8Read the apartment rental notice: NOTICE TO TENANTS Effective June 1, 2026, rent for 1-bedroom units will increase from $950 to $1,045 per month. All lease renewals must be signed by May 15, 2026. Contact the office at (555) 482-9900 with questions. By how much will the monthly rent increase?
9Read the safety warning posted in a break room: FIRE SAFETY NOTICE • In case of fire, pull the nearest alarm handle. • Leave the building using stairwells — DO NOT use elevators. • Meet at the designated assembly area: Parking Lot B. • Do not re-enter the building until a supervisor gives the all-clear. According to this notice, where should employees go after leaving the building?
10Read the bank statement excerpt: City Bank Checking Account — April 2026 Date Description Amount Balance Apr 1 Beginning balance $312.50 Apr 3 Direct deposit (paycheck) +$875.00 $1,187.50 Apr 5 Electric bill (auto-pay) −$94.22 $1,093.28 Apr 7 Grocery store −$67.45 ______ Apr 10 Rent payment −$850.00 $175.83 What should the balance be on April 7 after the grocery purchase?
About the CASAS Exam
The Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS) is a federally approved (WIOA/NRS) standardized assessment used by over 43 states to measure literacy, numeracy, and life skills in adult education programs. Tests are administered in functional real-life contexts — reading labels, forms, schedules, pay stubs, and workplace notices — rather than in abstract academic formats. Scaled scores map to NRS Educational Functioning Levels 1–6, enabling programs to document and report learning gains.
Questions
40 scored questions
Time Limit
60–75 minutes (varies by level)
Passing Score
Scored on CASAS scale (~150–260); NRS EFL determined by score range
Exam Fee
Free to learners (program-administered) (CASAS (Foundation for Educational Achievement), established 1980)
CASAS Exam Content Outline
Consumer Economics
Labels, ads, receipts, bank statements, bills, rental notices, credit cards; price comparisons and cost calculations
Employment
Job ads, pay stubs, workplace memos, safety notices, time sheets, performance reviews; wage and deduction math
Community Resources
Bus schedules, community flyers, government notices, library rules, voting instructions, civic documents
Health and Safety
Medicine labels, nutrition facts, health charts, safety signs, first aid posters, appointment cards, immunization records
Functional Numeracy
Wages, budgets, discounts, percentages, ratios, averages, measurement, and data from charts/graphs/tables
How to Pass the CASAS Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Scored on CASAS scale (~150–260); NRS EFL determined by score range
- Exam length: 40 questions
- Time limit: 60–75 minutes (varies by level)
- Exam fee: Free to learners (program-administered)
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CASAS test used for?
CASAS is a federally approved standardized assessment used by adult education programs (ABE, ASE, and ESL) to measure literacy and numeracy skills. Programs required to report under WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) use CASAS scores to document student learning gains and place students at the correct NRS Educational Functioning Level (EFL 1–6).
What are the main CASAS test series?
Current NRS-approved series include Reading GOALS 2 and Math GOALS 2 for ABE/ASE learners (approved through 2031–2032), and Reading STEPS and Listening STEPS for ESL learners (approved through 2030–2031). Each series has five test levels (A–E) with parallel pre- and post-test forms to measure learning gains.
How is the CASAS scored?
CASAS uses a continuous scaled score of approximately 150 to 260. These scores correspond to NRS Educational Functioning Levels: ABE Level 1 is the lowest (below 204 on Reading GOALS 2), and Level 6 (Adult Secondary Education) is the highest (236+ on Math GOALS 2). A student advances an EFL when their post-test score exceeds the top of their starting range.
What is CASAS style — how are questions written?
CASAS questions always use a functional context: a real-world document such as a label, schedule, form, notice, receipt, or chart is presented, and the student must read it and answer a related question. Math is always applied — for example, calculating wages from a pay stub or determining a drug dose from a label — rather than abstract computation.
How long is a CASAS test?
Test length varies by level. Level A forms take about 15–30 minutes with 28–33 items; higher levels (C–E) typically take 45–75 minutes with 36–40 items. The average test time across levels is roughly 30–56 minutes depending on the series and student skill level.
Is CASAS free for students?
Yes. CASAS tests are administered by enrolled adult education programs at no cost to the student. Programs that receive WIOA Title II funding are required to use NRS-approved assessments like CASAS. Students enroll in a program — such as an ABE, GED, or ESL class — and the program administers the assessment.