TOEFL JUNIOR®
Grow your students’ potential with the TOEFL Junior™ test
The TOEFL Junior® test is designed to accurately and reliably assess the English communication skills of students aged 11 and older who are in middle school and early high school. Based on the strong foundation of the TOEFL®, this test provides a detailed analysis of each student’s strengths and areas for improvement.
Like all TOEFL® assessments, the TOEFL Junior® test is grounded in rigorous research that ensures fairness, validity, and reliability, reflecting best practices in language assessment.
Scores and Alignment with International Standards
- Scores align with the levels of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), facilitating comparison with international standards.
- Reading comprehension scores are linked to MetaMetrics® Lexile® measures, helping educators find appropriate books and materials for each English reading level.
TOEFL Junior® Standard
The TOEFL Junior® Standard test, available in a convenient paper-based format, is easy to administer in any educational setting. It is an excellent option for institutions and programs seeking flexibility and fast score reporting.
Test Description
| Section | Number of Questions | Score Scale | Time |
| Listening Comprehension | 42 | 200–300 | 40 min. |
| Language Form and Meaning (Grammar) | 42 | 200–300 | 25 min. |
| Reading Comprehension | 42 | 200–300 | 50 min. |
| Total | 126 | 600-900 | 1h 55 min. |
Optional TOEFL Junior® Speaking and Writing Components
In addition to the standard test, the TOEFL Junior® offers optional Speaking and Writing components, designed to provide a more comprehensive assessment of students’ communication skills.
Speaking Component: Evaluates students’ ability to communicate verbally in English in an academic context.
| Section | Number of Questions | Score Scale | Time |
| Speaking | 4 | 0-16 | 18 min. |
Writing Component: Measures students’ ability to write for social and academic purposes.
| Section | Number of Questions | Score Scale | Time |
| Writing | 5 | 0-16 | 40 min. |
These additional components provide valuable insights into students’ language development and can complement the score of the TOEFL Junior® Standard.
TOEFL Junior® Standard Score Equivalence with CEFR
| CEFR Level | Listening | Language Form and Meaning (Grammar) | Reading |
| Below A2 | Less than 210 | Less than 210 | Less than 210 |
| A2 | 210-240 | 210-245 | 210-240 |
| B1 | 245-285 | 250-275 | 245-285 |
| B2 | 290-300 | 280-300 | 290-300 |
TOEFL Junior® Resources
- Certified TOEFL Junior® Centers: To find the nearest application center where you can take a TOEFL Junior® test, visit the IIE Mexico assessment section.
- Handbook for Test Takers Requiring Support: Consult the Handbook for Test Takers with Disabilities or Health-Related Needs to learn about available accommodations and the policies applicable to those who require reasonable adjustments during the test.
- Sample Questions: Review sample questions with students to become familiar with the test format and content.
- Test Taker Handbook: Download the TOEFL Junior® Test Taker Handbook (PDF) for detailed information about the test process, what to expect on test day, preparation strategies, score delivery, and general policies.
Contact Us
For more information, you may contact us via e-mail: iguerra@iie.org