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FTCE Middle Grades Mathematics 5-9 (025)

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1

Master Algebra and GeometryYou are here

Build fluency in functions, quadratics, exponential models, and geometric formulas, which together carry 50% of the FTCE 025 test weight.

25
hours
2

Number Sense and Proportional Reasoning

Practice rational number conversion, order of operations, radicals and rational exponents, and the ratio and measurement conversion problems in Competency 1.

12
hours
3

Data, Statistics, and Probability

Review center and spread, distribution shape, sampling and population estimates, correlation, and theoretical versus experimental probability.

12
hours
4

Student Reasoning and Instructional Practice

Study learning progressions, the concrete-representational-abstract continuum, assessment data analysis, and diagnosis of common middle-grades misconceptions.

11
hours
5

Take Timed Practice Tests

Simulate the 2.5-hour, 50-item FTCE 025 exam without a reference sheet and review every missed item by competency.

10
hours
Estimated total study time
70 hours
That's about 7 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the FTCE Middle Grades Math 5-9 Exam?

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Age
18 years old
Education
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution for Professional certificate
Additional Requirements
  • Apply through the Florida Department of Education Bureau of Educator Certification
  • Pass the FTCE General Knowledge test required for all Florida educator certificates
  • Fingerprinting and background check required for certification
  • Official transcripts required
  • This subject area exam certifies math teaching for grades 5-9

FTCE Middle Grades Math 5-9 Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

6-10 weeks of focused study

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Exam Provider

Pearson

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Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$150 per attempt
Total Estimated Cost$150-$300 depending on the number of attempts needed
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Reported exam pass rate: First-attempt pass rates vary; the exam is considered moderately difficult relative to other FTCE subject area tests. Check the exam sponsor for the latest official figure.

100 Practice Questions

Covers all 5 official competencies of the current FTCE Middle Grades Mathematics 5-9 (025) blueprint.

Updated for 2026

Reflects the current Pearson-administered 025 framework and Florida B.E.S.T. math standards.

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What You'll Study

12 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

FTCE Middle Grades Math 5-9-Specific Topics Covered

Current five-competency FTCE 025 blueprint effective for testing after December 31, 2023Florida B.E.S.T. Standards for middle grades mathematicsFTCE General Knowledge test required before Florida certificationFlorida DOE Bureau of Educator Certification application processTemporary certificate versus Professional certificate requirements

FTCE Middle Grades Math 5-9 Exam Details

FTCE Middle Grades Mathematics 5-9 (025)

Administered by Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) / Pearson

Official Source
Scaled score of at least 200 (pass/fail)
Passing Score
Approximately
Questions
2
Hours
$150 per attempt
Exam Fee
Study time: 40-80 hours
Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution for Professional certificate; enrollment in a state-approved teacher preparation program for Temporary certificate

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) / Pearson content outline

Algebra30%

Patterns and functions, equivalent expressions, linear equations and inequalities, absolute value, slope and equations of lines, systems, quadratic key features and solution methods, exponential growth and decay, and transformations of function formulas.

Geometry20%

Classifying figures and solids, area, surface area and volume including Cavalieri's principle and nets, the coordinate plane, angle and polygon relationships, the Triangle Inequality and Pythagorean Theorem with its converse, congruence and similarity criteria, and the equation of a circle.

Student Reasoning and Instructional Practice20%

Modeling real-world contexts across subject areas, instructional methods for fluency, reasonableness and argument validity, mathematical connections and grade-level continuity, representations and tools, learning progressions, assessment data analysis, and misconception diagnosis.

Number Sense, Operations, and Proportionality15%

Comparing and converting rational numbers, order of operations with integer exponents and absolute value, factors and GCF, estimating irrational numbers, scientific notation with significant digits, radicals and rational exponents, and ratios, proportions and measurement conversions.

Data Analysis, Statistics, and Probability15%

Measures of center and variation, data displays and distribution shape, statistical questions and sampling, population estimates from survey data, bivariate correlation and linear fits, and theoretical versus experimental probability.

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