Key Takeaways
- Praxis Mathematics Content Knowledge (5165) is an ETS subject assessment for secondary mathematics licensure.
- The current ETS blueprint weights Number and Quantity with Algebra at 30%, Functions and Calculus at 30%, Geometry at 20%, and Statistics and Probability at 20%.
- ETS lists 66 selected-response questions in 180 minutes, and the current Praxis Subject Assessment fee is $130.
- Passing scores are set by states or licensing agencies rather than by ETS.
- ETS states that about 25% of the exam measures the task of teaching mathematics, and as of March 7, 2026 no official nationwide redesign notice was posted for 5165.
Praxis Mathematics Content Knowledge (5165)
The Praxis Mathematics Content Knowledge (5165) exam is an ETS subject assessment used in many secondary mathematics teacher-certification pathways.
Current Exam Facts
| Detail | Current ETS Information |
|---|---|
| Test code | 5165 |
| Questions | 66 selected-response |
| Time | 180 minutes |
| Delivery | Computer-delivered |
| Fee | $130 |
| Passing score | Set by state or licensure agency |
| Availability | Listed by ETS as available daily in the current testing schedule |
Official Content Weighting
| Domain | Weight |
|---|---|
| Number and Quantity with Algebra | 30% |
| Functions and Calculus | 30% |
| Geometry | 20% |
| Statistics and Probability | 20% |
ETS also notes that about 25% of the exam measures the task of teaching mathematics. That means you should prepare for items that ask which explanation, representation, student feedback, or instructional move is most mathematically sound.
What This Means for Your Study Plan
Praxis 5165 is not just a pure college math content test. It blends:
- high-school mathematics content knowledge
- mathematical reasoning and representation
- interpretation of student thinking and common errors
- instructional judgment about how to teach a concept clearly
The most efficient study plan is to organize prep around the official blueprint:
- Secure algebra, functions, and core symbolic manipulation first.
- Build fluency with graphs, transformations, and calculus reasoning.
- Review Euclidean geometry, coordinate geometry, and proof structure.
- Finish with statistics, probability, and teaching-focused scenarios.
2026 Planning Note
As of March 7, 2026, ETS still lists Praxis 5165 with the structure above. I did not find an official nationwide redesign notice for this test, so the safest strategy is to study the current ETS blueprint and verify your state's required passing score before registering.