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Key Facts: Praxis Core Exam
56R / 40W+2E / 56M
Core Item Structure
ETS test pages
85m / 100m / 90m
Subtest Time Limits
ETS test pages
$90 each
Subtest Fee
ETS fee table
$150
Combined 5752 Fee
ETS fee table
State-set
Passing Scores
Teacher licensing agencies
2026
Prep Cycle
Current ETS registration guidance
ETS publishes Praxis Core as three subtests or a combined 5752 session. Current ETS test information lists Reading (56 selected-response, 85 minutes), Writing (40 selected-response + 2 essays, 100 minutes), and Mathematics (56 selected-response, 90 minutes), with pricing shown as $90 per subtest or $150 combined for 5752 in current fee tables used for 2026 planning.
About the Praxis Core Exam
Praxis Core is an ETS teacher-certification exam that measures foundational reading, writing, and mathematics skills required for educator preparation and many state licensure pathways.
Questions
154 scored questions
Time Limit
4h 35m combined (85m Reading, 100m Writing, 90m Math)
Passing Score
Set by state board (scaled by subtest)
Exam Fee
$150 combined or $90 per subtest (ETS)
Praxis Core Exam Content Outline
Reading
Key ideas/details, craft and structure, and integration of knowledge across passages and visuals
Writing
Usage/conventions, revision skills, source-based writing, and argumentative/informative essay logic
Mathematics
Numbers/quantity, algebra and functions, geometry/measurement, statistics/probability
How to Pass the Praxis Core Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Set by state board (scaled by subtest)
- Exam length: 154 questions
- Time limit: 4h 35m combined (85m Reading, 100m Writing, 90m Math)
- Exam fee: $150 combined or $90 per subtest
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 Praxis Core?
ETS lists Praxis Core as three subtests. Reading includes 56 selected-response items (85 minutes), Writing includes 40 selected-response items plus 2 essays (100 minutes), and Mathematics includes 56 selected-response items (90 minutes).
How much does Praxis Core cost in 2026 planning?
Current ETS fee tables list $90 per individual subtest and $150 for the combined 5752 test registration. Always confirm fees in your ETS account before checkout.
Can I take Praxis Core as one combined exam or separate subtests?
Yes. ETS allows registration by individual subtest or combined session, depending on your schedule and state requirements.
What passing score do I need for Praxis Core?
Passing scores are determined by the state agency or educator-preparation program, not one national cutoff. Confirm required scaled scores for your jurisdiction before scheduling.
How should I study Praxis Core effectively?
Use subtest-specific study blocks: 1) reading evidence and inference drills, 2) writing revision and source-based argument practice, and 3) math setup accuracy and word-problem translation. Then run timed mixed sets weekly.
Is Praxis Core the same as Praxis Elementary?
No. Praxis Core measures foundational academic skills for many teacher-candidate pathways, while Praxis Elementary assessments target elementary-subject teaching content and pedagogy requirements set by states/programs.