Question 1

What is the Praxis 5001 exam?

Accepted Answer

The Praxis 5001 (Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects) is a teacher certification exam for K-6 educators. It consists of four subtests: Reading and Language Arts (5002), Mathematics (5003), Social Studies (5004), and Science (5005). You can take all subtests together or separately.

Question 2

What is the passing score for Praxis Elementary?

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Passing scores vary by state, typically ranging from 155-165 per subtest. For example, many states require 157 for Reading (5002) and Math (5003), and 155 for Social Studies (5004) and Science (5005). Check your state requirements at the ETS Praxis website.

Question 3

How long is the Praxis 5001 exam?

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The total test time is approximately 5 hours across all four subtests: Reading/Language Arts (90 minutes, 80 questions), Mathematics (65 minutes, 50 questions), Social Studies (60 minutes, 55 questions), and Science (60 minutes, 55 questions). Taking all four together is called the combined test.

Question 4

What are the Five Pillars of Reading?

Accepted Answer

The Five Pillars of Reading are: phonemic awareness (hearing and manipulating sounds), phonics (connecting sounds to letters), fluency (reading smoothly and with expression), vocabulary (word knowledge), and comprehension (understanding meaning). These are heavily tested on the Reading subtest (5002).

Question 5

Can I take Praxis Elementary subtests separately?

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Yes! You can take all four subtests together in one session ($170 combined) or schedule them separately ($60-$90 each). Many candidates prefer spreading them out to focus on one content area at a time. Each subtest score is reported separately and valid for 10 years.

Question 6

What's the difference between Praxis Core and Praxis Elementary?

Accepted Answer

Praxis Core tests basic academic skills (reading, writing, math) and is often required BEFORE entering teacher preparation programs. Praxis Elementary (5001) tests content knowledge for teaching K-6 and is taken AFTER completing teacher prep. They serve different purposes in the certification process.

Question 7

How long should I study for Praxis Elementary?

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Most candidates study 80-120 hours over 6-8 weeks, or about 20-30 hours per subtest. Focus more time on your weaker subjects. Taking practice tests early helps identify knowledge gaps. Our free study materials cover all four subtests with practice questions and explanations.

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Yes! Our content is aligned with the latest exam outlines and updated regularly. Last update: January 2026.

Praxis Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects

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1. Reading and Language Arts (5002)

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3. Social Studies (5004)

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