3rd Grade SBAC Math FREE Sample Practice Questions
TL;DR: Smarter Balanced for 3rd grade isn’t just multiple choice. Your child sees multi-select, drag-and-drop, and equation editor items too. Try these free sample SBAC Math questions in a quiet 15 to 20 minutes to preview the format together. Worked-out answers make at-home review easy. By the end, your 3rd grader will feel less surprised by the test, and you’ll know exactly which topics need attention.
Key takeaways:
- Sample set matches SBAC grade 3 item formats: multiple choice, multi-select, drag-and-drop, and equation editor.
- Coverage: multiplication and division within 100, fractions on a number line, area, place value, and measurement.
- No calculator at grade 3 – SBAC’s calculator tool turns on at grade 6.
- SBAC is Common Core-aligned, so any CCSS prep transfers directly.
- Level 3 (Met Standard) is the on-grade-level performance mark.
Preparing your student for the 3rd Grade SBAC Math test? To succeed on the SBAC Math test, students need to practice as many real SBAC Math questions as possible. There’s nothing like working on SBAC Math sample questions to measure your student’s exam readiness and put him/her more at ease when taking the 3rd Grade SBAC Math test. The sample math questions you’ll find here are brief samples designed to give students the insights they need to be as prepared as possible for their 3rd Grade SBAC Math test.
Check out our sample 3rd Grade SBAC Math practice questions to find out what areas your student needs to practice more before taking the 3rd Grade SBAC Math test!
Start preparing your student for the 2026 SBAC Math test with our free sample practice questions. Also, make sure to follow some of the related links at the bottom of this post to get a better idea of what kind of mathematics questions students need to practice.
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4- What is the value of “A” in the following equation?
\(21 + A + 9 = 44\)
A. 10
B. 12
C. 14
D. 20
5- Mr. Smith usually eats four meals a day. How many meals does he eat in a week?
A. 21
B. 24
C. 28
D. 30
6- What is the value of A in the equation \(72 ÷ A = 8\)
A. 2
B. 6
C. 7
D. 9
7- Use the models below to answer the question.
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Which statement about the models is true?
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?
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A. 36
B. 38
C. 40
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 is divided into equal parts.
The models can be used to write two fractions.
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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- C
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 the two numbers 35 and 45, so the answer is 40
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 sample questions, Mastering Grade 3 Math covers every Common Core grade 3 standard – perfect for SBAC. For the multi-step word problems on the performance task, see Mastering Grade 3 Math Word Problems.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the 3rd grade SBAC Math test?
The full grade 3 SBAC Math has about 35-40 items in the computer-adaptive section plus one performance task with 4-6 linked questions. Most third-graders see 40-45 items overall, though the adaptive engine adjusts that count per student.
Is a calculator allowed on the 3rd grade SBAC?
No. SBAC disables the on-screen calculator at grades 3, 4, and 5. Your child needs multiplication facts through \(10\times 10\) memorized and must handle multi-digit addition, subtraction, and basic division by hand.
How long does the SBAC Math take?
The computer-adaptive section runs about 90-120 minutes. The performance task adds 30-60 minutes more, usually on a separate day. Total SBAC math testing time is roughly 2.5-3 hours spread across sessions.
What’s a passing score on the 3rd grade SBAC?
SBAC reports four levels: Level 1 (below standard), Level 2 (nearly met), Level 3 (met), and Level 4 (exceeded). Level 3 is on-grade-level. No state-mandated retention rule is tied to grade 3 SBAC scores.
Can my child retake the SBAC Math?
No. The grade 3 SBAC is given once per year in the spring. The spring score is the official record. Schools may give other diagnostic tests, but those don’t replace SBAC.
What math topics are on the 3rd grade SBAC?
Multiplication and division within 100, fractions on a number line, equivalent fractions, area and perimeter of rectangles, place value to 1,000, multi-digit addition and subtraction, time to the minute, measurement, and reading bar and picture graphs.
How long should we study for the SBAC Math?
For an on-grade-level child, 4-6 weeks at 15-20 minutes a day is plenty. For a child who’s struggling, 8-12 weeks at 25 minutes daily works better. Multiplication-fact fluency is the single most useful skill at grade 3.
Where can we find more 3rd grade SBAC practice?
EffortlessMath has the Top 10 SBAC Math Practice Questions, a longer full-length SBAC Math practice test, and the Mastering Grade 3 Math workbook covering every CCSS grade 3 standard with worked examples.
Does the SBAC align with Common Core?
Yes. SBAC was built from Common Core State Standards directly, so the alignment is one-to-one. Any CCSS-aligned grade 3 prep is a direct fit, including materials from non-SBAC CCSS states.
How can I help my child prep at home?
Three habits help: (1) 5 minutes of multiplication-fact drill daily, (2) one word problem at dinner with your child explaining the reasoning, and (3) brief practice with on-screen click-and-drag items so the format doesn’t slow them down. For the performance task, have your child write a sentence with each answer.
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