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Key Facts: MTEL 65 Exam
240
Passing Score
MTEL 65 test information guide
100 MC + 2 OR
Test Structure
MTEL 65 test page
5 subareas
Content Organization
MTEL 65 test objectives
15 objectives
Objectives Assessed
MTEL 65 test objectives
$139
2026 Test Fee
Pearson MTEL registration
4 hours
Testing Time
MTEL 65 test page
Grades 5-8
License Span
DESE educator licensure
~33%
Largest Subarea (Algebra)
MTEL 65 test framework
MTEL 65 is the Massachusetts middle school mathematics licensure test. It contains 100 multiple-choice questions drawn from Subareas I-IV plus two open-response items in Subarea V, scored against a 240 passing standard. Subarea II (Algebra, Functions, and Modeling) carries the largest share of multiple-choice questions at roughly one-third, while Number System, Geometry and Measurement, and Statistics and Probability each contribute roughly one-fifth. This 100-question bank mirrors that blueprint so candidates can practice the content mix they will actually face. Confirm current fees, calculator policy, and the latest objectives in the official MTEL 65 test information guide before registering for 2026.
Sample MTEL 65 Practice Questions
Try these sample questions to test your MTEL 65 exam readiness. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.
1Which of the following numbers is irrational?
2A recipe calls for 3 cups of flour for every 2 cups of sugar. If a baker uses 12 cups of flour, how many cups of sugar are needed to keep the same ratio?
3Which property is illustrated by the equation 7 x (4 + 9) = 7 x 4 + 7 x 9?
4A jacket originally priced at $80 is discounted by 25%, and then a 10% sales tax is applied to the discounted price. What is the final amount paid?
5What is the value of the expression 2^3 x 2^4 written as a single power of 2?
6Which of the following correctly orders the numbers from least to greatest: -3/4, -0.7, -5/8, -0.6?
7The distance from Earth to the Sun is about 1.5 x 10^8 kilometers. How is this number written in standard form?
8What is the greatest common factor (GCF) of 48 and 72?
9A car travels 240 miles using 8 gallons of gasoline. At this rate, how many gallons are needed to travel 420 miles?
10Which expression is equivalent to -3 - (-8)?
About the MTEL 65 Exam
The MTEL Mathematics (Middle School) (65) test measures the mathematics content knowledge required to teach grades 5-8 in Massachusetts. It is organized into five subareas: Number System and Quantity, Algebra/Functions/Modeling, Geometry and Measurement, Statistics and Probability, and an Integration of Knowledge and Understanding open-response section.
Questions
100 scored questions
Time Limit
4 hours of testing time
Passing Score
240 scaled score
Exam Fee
$139 per attempt (Massachusetts DESE / Pearson)
MTEL 65 Exam Content Outline
Number System and Quantity (Subarea I)
Number sense and operations, the real number system, rational and irrational numbers, ratios and proportions, percents, exponents, and scientific notation, matching the roughly one-fifth weighting of the multiple-choice section.
Algebra, Functions, and Modeling (Subarea II)
Expressions, linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, systems, functions, sequences, and modeling, reflecting the heaviest multiple-choice subarea at roughly one-third of the test.
Geometry and Measurement (Subarea III)
Angle relationships, Pythagorean theorem, similarity and transformations, area, volume, surface area, and right-triangle trigonometry, aligned to the geometry and measurement objectives.
Statistics and Probability (Subarea IV)
Measures of center and spread, data displays, sampling and bias, counting principles, and probability of simple and compound events.
Integration of Knowledge and Understanding (Subarea V)
Pedagogical and reasoning items reflecting the open-response section, where candidates connect standards, build representations, and justify mathematical conclusions.
How to Pass the MTEL 65 Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 240 scaled score
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 4 hours of testing time
- Exam fee: $139 per attempt
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the MTEL Mathematics (Middle School) (65) test?
Field 65 has 100 multiple-choice questions spread across Subareas I through IV, plus two open-response items in Subarea V. Candidates have four hours of testing time to complete the entire test.
What score do I need to pass MTEL 65?
The passing standard for the Mathematics (Middle School) (65) test is a scaled score of 240, the same standard used across most MTEL tests. Your multiple-choice and open-response performance are combined into that single scaled score.
What subareas does MTEL 65 cover?
The test covers five subareas: Number System and Quantity, Algebra/Functions/Modeling, Geometry and Measurement, Statistics and Probability, and Integration of Knowledge and Understanding. Algebra, Functions, and Modeling carries the largest share of multiple-choice questions.
How much does the MTEL 65 test cost in 2026?
The MTEL Mathematics (Middle School) (65) test fee is $139 per attempt at the time of writing. Always confirm the current fee in your Pearson registration portal before checkout, since MTEL pricing can change.
Does MTEL 65 include open-response questions?
Yes. Subarea V, Integration of Knowledge and Understanding, consists of two open-response items that ask you to connect prerequisite skills, create correct representations, and reason about real-world mathematical situations. The open-response section contributes meaningfully to your scaled score.
Can I use a calculator on MTEL 65?
Pearson provides an on-screen calculator and reference materials for the Mathematics (Middle School) (65) test; personal calculators are generally not allowed. Review the current calculator and materials policy in the official MTEL 65 test information guide before your test date.