3rd Grade FSA Math Practice Test Questions
TL;DR: Got a third grader prepping for FSA Math in Florida? These free practice questions cover the topics your child will see on test day: multiplication and division within 100, place value, fractions on a number line, area, and word problems. Answers are included, so the two of you can sit down together and walk through the reasoning behind any misses step by step rather than just landing on the right answer.
Key takeaways:
- Florida replaced FSA with FAST (Florida Assessment of Student Thinking) starting in the 2022-23 school year, but the grade 3 math content is the same.
- Your child sees about 60-65 questions across three sessions, roughly 60 minutes each.
- No calculator on the grade 3 math test – kids work everything by hand or in their head.
- Big topics: multiplication and division within 100, fractions on a number line, area, place value, and word problems.
- Don’t stress the FSA brand name – any Florida grade 3 prep that covers the B.E.S.T. standards works.
A. Each shows the same fraction because they are the same size.
B. Each shows a different fraction because they are different shapes.
C. Each shows the same fraction because they both have 3 sections shaded.
D. Each shows a different fraction because they both have 3 shaded sections but a different number of total sections.
8- To what number is the arrow pointing?
A. 36
B. 38
C. 30
D. 42
9- Emily has 108 stickers and she wants to give them to nine of her closest friends. If she gives them all an equal number of stickers, how many stickers will each of Emily’s friends receive? ___________
10- The following models are the same size and each divided into equal parts.
The models can be used to write two fractions.
Based on the models, which of the following statements is true?
A. \(\frac{2}{8}\) is bigger than \(\frac{4}{16}\).
B. \(\frac{2}{8}\) is smaller than \(\frac{4}{16}\).
C. \(\frac{2}{8}\) is equal to \(\frac{4}{16}\).
D. We cannot compare these two fractions only by using the models.
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Answers:
1- A
\(8000 – 658 = 7342\)
2- D
\(14 × 40 = 560\)
3- D
24,589 is the sum of \(20,000; 4,000; 500; 80;\) and 9
4- C
\(A = 44 – (21 + 9)\)
\(A = 14\)
5- C
In 1 day 4 meals so \(4 × 7 = 28\) meals a week.
6- D
\(A = 72 ÷ 8\)
\(A= 9 \)
7- D
the model for the first fraction is divided into 6 equal parts. We shade 3_6 to show the same amount as 1_2. The model for the second fraction is divided into 8 equal parts. We shade 3_ 8 that it shows these two models are different fractions.
8- C
The arrow shows exactly the middle of two numbers 25 and 35, so the answer is 30.
9- 12
\(108 ÷ 9 = 12\)
10- C
the model for the first fraction is divided into 8 equal parts. We shade 2_ 8 to show the same amount as 1_ 4. The model for the second fraction is divided into 16 equal parts. We shade 4_ 16 to show the same amount as 1_ 4.
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For a workbook your child can use alongside these practice questions, Mastering Grade 3 Math walks through every topic on the Florida test with worked examples at the right pace. For extra word-problem practice (the trickiest part for most third-graders), see Mastering Grade 3 Math Word Problems.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the 3rd grade FSA Math test?
The grade 3 Florida math test runs about 60-65 questions split across three sessions of roughly 60 minutes each. Question types include multiple choice, multi-select (pick all that apply), and a few open-response items where your child types or grids in a number.
Is a calculator allowed on the 3rd grade FSA?
No. Calculators aren’t allowed on the Florida grade 3 math test at all. Your child needs to know multiplication facts through \(10\times 10\) by heart, plus add and subtract three- and four-digit numbers by hand. Drill these throughout the year.
When is the 3rd grade FSA Math test given?
Under FAST (the test that replaced FSA in 2022-23), Florida runs three testing windows: PM1 in August/September, PM2 in December/January, and PM3 in April/May. Only PM3 counts for promotion and accountability. Schools set the exact day inside each window.
What’s a passing score on the 3rd grade FSA Math?
Florida reports a 1-5 achievement level. Level 3 is considered “on grade level” and is the bar most schools use for promotion. Level 1 in reading triggers the third-grade reading retention rule, but math levels alone usually don’t hold a child back.
Can my child retake the FSA Math?
There’s no formal retake of the spring test for grade 3. Under FAST, the three Progress Monitoring windows function similarly – if your child scores low on PM1 or PM2, the school adjusts instruction, and the spring PM3 is the score of record.
What math topics are on the 3rd grade Florida test?
The big four: (1) multiplication and division within 100, (2) fractions as numbers on a number line, (3) area and perimeter of rectangles, and (4) place value and multi-digit arithmetic. Plus measurement, time to the nearest minute, and reading bar and picture graphs.
How long should we prep for the 3rd grade FSA?
If your child is comfortable at grade level, 4-6 weeks of light review (15-20 minutes a day) is enough. If math feels rough, start 8-12 weeks out at 20-30 minutes a day. Focus on multiplication facts first – they’re the foundation for division, fractions, and area.
Where can we get more 3rd grade FSA practice?
EffortlessMath has the FSA Grade 3 Math sample question set, a longer full-length FSA practice test, and the Mastering Grade 3 Math workbook that walks through every Florida math topic with worked examples your child can follow at their own pace.
Does the FSA align with Common Core?
Florida moved off Common Core years ago. The current standards are the B.E.S.T. (Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking) standards, but the grade 3 math content overlaps heavily with Common Core – multiplication, fractions, area, and place value still anchor the year.
How can I help my child prep at home?
Three things work better than anything fancy: (1) 5 minutes of multiplication-fact drill daily, (2) one or two word problems read aloud at dinner, and (3) one timed mini-practice set per weekend so test format feels familiar. Keep sessions short and praise effort over scores.
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