Foundations of Reading Passing Score by State (2026)
Passing Scores Vary by State
The Foundations of Reading Test uses a score scale of 100-300, but the passing score is set individually by each state. Most states require a score of 240, but some set the bar lower. Regardless of which state you are testing in, the exam content and format are the same — only the passing threshold differs.
State-by-State Passing Scores
Alabama: 233. Arizona: 240. Arkansas: 233. Connecticut: 240. Iowa: 240. Massachusetts: 240. Mississippi: 233. New Hampshire: 240. North Carolina: 233. Ohio: 220 (uses test code 190 through the OAE program, not 890). Rhode Island: 240. Utah: 240. Wisconsin: 240.
What Does a 240 Mean?
A score of 240 on a 100-300 scale means you need to answer approximately 70-75% of questions correctly, depending on the difficulty of the specific exam form you receive. Pearson uses a scaled scoring system, so raw scores are adjusted for difficulty. The exact number of correct answers needed to pass varies from one exam form to another.
Can I Transfer My Score to Another State?
In most cases, yes. If you pass the FORT in one state, your score can typically be accepted by another state that requires the same exam. However, you may need to meet that state's specific passing score. For example, if you scored 235 in Arkansas (passing score 233), you would pass in Arkansas but would not meet the 240 threshold required in Wisconsin. Check with your target state's department of education for their specific score transfer policies.