These Praxis flashcards drill the key terms, formulas, and concepts for the most-searched tests in the Praxis family — a series of more than 90 standardized tests used by most states to license public-school teachers.[1] Each Praxis test is identified by a test code and covers either general academic skills or a specific teaching subject, so each deck below targets the official content for that test.
The Praxis is administered by ETS (Educational Testing Service), a non-profit testing organization.[2] States and licensing agencies decide which tests are required and what score you must reach, while ETS develops, delivers, and scores the tests. Because these are different tests for different licensure areas, pick the deck that matches the credential you are pursuing.
Every deck uses active recall — you try to answer before flipping the card — which builds stronger, longer-lasting memory than passively re-reading notes. Choose the test that matches your license and start flipping.
Praxis at a Glance
| Detail | Praxis Tests |
|---|---|
| Test Provider | ETS — Educational Testing Service |
| Format | A series of 90+ separate tests, each with its own test code |
| Delivery | Computer-delivered at Prometric / ETS test centers or with remote proctoring |
| Cost | ~170+ per test (varies by test code) |
| Scoring | Scaled score; passing score is set by each state |
| Common Tests | Core, Elementary Education (5001), Mathematics (5165), PLT, Science (5435) |
All Praxis Flashcard Decks
Choose your test below. Each links to a free flashcard deck built from the official ETS content areas for that test code. We cover the 11 most-searched Praxis tests, with more on the way.
| Praxis Test | Focus | Open |
|---|---|---|
| Praxis Core Math | Core Academic Skills math subtest — arithmetic, algebra, geometry, data | Study flashcards |
| Praxis Elementary Education 5001 | Multiple Subjects for elementary teachers | Study flashcards |
| Praxis Elementary Education 5002 | Reading and Language Arts subtest | Study flashcards |
| Praxis Elementary Education 5003 | Mathematics subtest | Study flashcards |
| Praxis Elementary Education 5004 | Social Studies subtest | Study flashcards |
| Praxis Elementary Education 5005 | Science subtest | Study flashcards |
| Praxis Early Childhood Education 5025 | Early childhood content and pedagogy | Study flashcards |
| Praxis Middle School Math 5164 | Middle school mathematics content | Study flashcards |
| Praxis Mathematics 5165 | Secondary mathematics content knowledge | Study flashcards |
| Praxis PLT K–6 (5622) | Principles of Learning and Teaching, grades K–6 | Study flashcards |
| Praxis General Science 5435 | General science content for secondary teachers | Study flashcards |
Why Flashcards Work for the Praxis
Flashcards are built on active recall — the act of retrieving an answer from memory before you check it. Because the Praxis rewards quick, accurate recall of vocabulary, formulas, and definitions, decks are an efficient way to lock in the high-frequency facts each test measures.[2]
Flashcards also pair naturally with spaced repetition: returning to a deck across several short sessions cements the material far better than one long cram. Use the decks below in short, frequent bursts in the weeks before your test, and lean harder on the cards you miss most often.
How to Use These Flashcards
- Confirm your test code first. Check your state’s requirements so you study the exact Praxis test (and code) you need, then pick its deck from the table above.
- Recall before you flip. Always try to answer the card from memory first — that retrieval effort is what makes the material stick.
- Study in short, frequent sessions. A few focused passes through a deck across several days beats one long cram before test day.
- Pair with a guide and practice tests. Use a study guide to understand each content area, flashcards for fast recall, and practice tests to apply it under test-like conditions.
Praxis Flashcards FAQ
Praxis flashcards are short question-and-answer cards that drill the key terms, formulas, and concepts for a specific Praxis test. Because the Praxis is a family of more than 90 separate tests — each with its own test code and content — there is no single Praxis deck. You use the deck that matches the exact test your state requires for your license.
Yes. Every Praxis flashcard deck on Career Employer is completely free, with no account required. Each deck lets you flip through cards and self-test on the core content for that test code as many times as you like.
Flashcards use active recall — forcing yourself to retrieve an answer before flipping the card — which research consistently shows builds stronger, longer-lasting memory than re-reading notes. For the Praxis, that makes flashcards ideal for locking in vocabulary, formulas, and definitions you need to recall quickly on test day.
Use the deck for the specific test code your state requires. Many candidates start with Praxis Core Math, then add a subject deck such as Elementary Education (5001), Mathematics (5165), Middle School Mathematics (5164), Early Childhood Education (5025), PLT K–6 (5622), or General Science (5435), depending on the license they are pursuing.
The Praxis tests are developed and administered by ETS (Educational Testing Service), a non-profit testing organization. States and licensing agencies decide which tests and passing scores they require, while ETS builds, delivers, and scores the tests.
Praxis tests are computer-delivered, typically at Prometric or ETS-affiliated test centers, with remote proctoring available for many tests. ETS reports your result as a scaled score, and each state sets its own passing score for every test it requires.
Praxis test fees vary by test code, generally ranging from roughly $90 to $170 per test, with some combined tests costing more. Always confirm the current fee for your specific test on ets.org, since pricing can change. Free flashcards are one way to keep your prep budget down.
Use a study guide to build understanding of each content area first, then drill the key terms and formulas with flashcards for fast recall, and finally take practice tests to apply what you have learned under test-like conditions. Cycling through all three is the most effective way to prepare for your Praxis test.
References
- 1.ETS. “The Praxis Tests.” ets.org, 2026. ↑
- 2.ETS. “Praxis Tests at a Glance.” ets.org, 2026. ↑
- 3.ETS. “Praxis Test Fees.” ets.org, 2026. ↑
- 4.ETS. “Understanding Your Praxis Scores.” ets.org, 2026. ↑
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