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Key Facts: ParaPro Exam

90

Questions

ETS ParaPro Assessment 1755

150 min

Testing Time

ETS (2026)

420–480

Score Scale

ETS ParaPro Assessment

450–466

Typical Passing Score Range

State requirements vary

Aug 31, 2026

Discontinuation Date

ETS announcement — replaced by ParaPathways 5757

200+

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The ParaPro is 90 questions in 150 minutes covering Reading, Math, and Writing equally (~30 questions each). Each domain mixes content knowledge with classroom-application scenarios. Score scale is 420–480; most states pass at 450–466. Cost is $55–$85. Key content: Reading covers main idea, inference, vocabulary-in-context, and text structure; Math covers whole numbers, fractions/decimals, percentages, basic algebra, geometry, and data analysis; Writing covers grammar/usage, sentence structure, punctuation, and the writing process. About 1/3 of questions in each domain ask how you would help a student with that skill in a classroom setting.

About the ParaPro Exam

The ETS ParaPro Assessment (1755) is a nationally recognized test for paraprofessionals (paraeducators) required under No Child Left Behind / ESSA for Title I schools. It covers three equal domains: Reading (33%), Mathematics (33%), and Writing (33%). Each domain has two question types: content knowledge questions and application-in-the-classroom questions. The exam is scored on a 420–480 scale, and most states set the passing score between 450–466. NOTE: ParaPro (1755) is being discontinued August 31, 2026 and replaced by ParaPathways (5757). If testing after Sep 2026, check for the new exam.

Questions

90 scored questions

Time Limit

2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes)

Passing Score

450–466 out of 480 (varies by state; 457 is common)

Exam Fee

$55–$85 (varies by testing center) (ETS (Educational Testing Service))

ParaPro Exam Content Outline

33%

Reading

Content knowledge: main idea, supporting details, text organization, vocabulary in context, inference, fact vs. opinion, charts/graphs, phonics/decoding. Classroom application: choosing appropriate reading strategies, helping students with comprehension difficulties, selecting passages at appropriate reading levels, phonics instruction methods

33%

Mathematics

Content knowledge: whole number operations, fractions and decimals, percentages and ratios, order of operations, basic algebra (solving one-step equations, evaluating expressions), geometry and measurement (perimeter, area, basic shapes), data analysis (reading charts/tables/graphs, mean/median/mode). Classroom application: supporting students with math concepts, identifying student errors, selecting appropriate manipulatives

33%

Writing

Content knowledge: grammar and usage (subject-verb agreement, pronoun-antecedent agreement, verb tenses), punctuation (commas, apostrophes, periods, colons), parts of speech, sentence structure (complete sentences, run-ons, fragments), spelling (commonly confused words, homophones). Classroom application: helping students revise and edit writing, teaching writing process stages, identifying and correcting student writing errors

How to Pass the ParaPro Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 450–466 out of 480 (varies by state; 457 is common)
  • Exam length: 90 questions
  • Time limit: 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes)
  • Exam fee: $55–$85 (varies by testing center)

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

ParaPro Study Tips from Top Performers

1For Reading, practice identifying the main idea vs. supporting details — the main idea is what the whole passage is about, while supporting details explain or give examples of the main idea. On application questions, remember that good classroom practice means asking students to summarize in their own words and make text-to-self connections
2On Math, master fraction and decimal conversion (e.g., 3/4 = 0.75, 1/3 ≈ 0.333) and percentage problems. For word problems, identify what's being asked before calculating. On classroom application questions, think about how to use manipulatives (fraction bars, base-ten blocks) to make abstract concepts concrete
3For Writing, review subject-verb agreement rules: subjects and verbs must match in number (singular subject → singular verb). Watch for tricky collective nouns (the team IS playing) and indefinite pronouns (everyone IS, few ARE). Apostrophes signal possession or contractions — never plurals
4On sentence structure questions, learn to identify run-on sentences (two independent clauses with no proper punctuation) and sentence fragments (missing subject or verb). The fix: add a period or semicolon between independent clauses, or add the missing component to a fragment
5For classroom application questions, the correct answer usually involves scaffolding (breaking tasks into steps), modeling (showing students how), checking for understanding, and building on prior knowledge. Avoid answer choices that single out or embarrass students
6Time management: 90 questions in 150 minutes = about 1.67 minutes per question. Don't spend more than 2 minutes on any one question — mark it and come back. The exam is not adaptive, so you can return to flagged questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the passing score for the ParaPro Assessment?

The passing score for ParaPro varies by state. The score scale is 420–480. Most states require a score between 450 and 466. A score of 457 is one of the most commonly required cutoffs. Check your state's Department of Education or your school district's requirements for the exact passing score, as it can also vary by district. Some districts add their own requirements above the state minimum.

How many questions are on the ParaPro Assessment?

The ParaPro Assessment (1755) contains 90 questions delivered in 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes). The exam is divided equally: approximately 30 questions in Reading, 30 in Mathematics, and 30 in Writing. Within each domain, about half the questions test content knowledge and half test classroom application skills (how you would apply the concept while working with students).

Is the ParaPro being replaced?

Yes. ETS is discontinuing the ParaPro Assessment (1755) on August 31, 2026. It is being replaced by ParaPathways (5757), a new assessment designed to better reflect the evolving role of paraeducators. The transition period is September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026, during which both tests are available. If you need paraeducator certification after August 2026, you will need to take ParaPathways (5757). Check with your state or district for guidance.

What is the difference between content and application questions on the ParaPro?

Each ParaPro domain has two types of questions. Content questions test your knowledge of the subject matter itself — for example, identifying the main idea of a passage, solving a percentage problem, or recognizing a sentence fragment. Application questions test your ability to apply that knowledge in a classroom setting — for example, which strategy would help a student identify the main idea, how you would explain fraction division to a struggling student, or how you would help a student correct a run-on sentence. Roughly half of each domain is application.

Do I need a teaching degree to take the ParaPro?

No. The ParaPro is designed for paraprofessionals (paraeducators), not licensed teachers. You do not need a teaching license or degree to take the exam. Many paraeducators take the test with a high school diploma or some college coursework. The exam tests fundamental academic skills and classroom support knowledge, not advanced pedagogical theory. Some states or districts require you to be already employed as a paraeducator to register, so check local requirements.

How is the ParaPro Assessment scored?

The ParaPro is scored on a scale of 420 to 480. Raw scores (number of correct answers) are converted to scaled scores. There is no penalty for guessing, so you should answer every question. Scores are typically available within 2–3 weeks after your test date via your ETS account. Your score report shows your total score and subscores for each domain (Reading, Mathematics, Writing).

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