These Praxis study guides cover 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 study guide below is built around the official content areas 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 guide that matches the credential you are pursuing.
Every guide below distills the official ETS content for that test code into clear, readable sections so you can review efficiently. Choose the test that matches your license and start studying.
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 Study Guides
Choose your test below. Each links to a free study guide organized around 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 | Open study guide |
| Praxis Elementary Education 5001 | Multiple Subjects for elementary teachers | Open study guide |
| Praxis Elementary Education 5002 | Reading and Language Arts subtest | Open study guide |
| Praxis Elementary Education 5003 | Mathematics subtest | Open study guide |
| Praxis Elementary Education 5004 | Social Studies subtest | Open study guide |
| Praxis Elementary Education 5005 | Science subtest | Open study guide |
| Praxis Early Childhood Education 5025 | Early childhood content and pedagogy | Open study guide |
| Praxis Middle School Math 5164 | Middle school mathematics content | Open study guide |
| Praxis Mathematics 5165 | Secondary mathematics content knowledge | Open study guide |
| Praxis PLT K–6 (5622) | Principles of Learning and Teaching, grades K–6 | Open study guide |
| Praxis General Science 5435 | General science content for secondary teachers | Open study guide |
What Each Guide Covers
Each Praxis study guide is built around the official ETS content categories for its test code, so you review exactly what the test measures:[2]
- Praxis Core Math covers the math subtest of the Core Academic Skills for Educators — number and quantity, algebra and functions, geometry, and statistics and probability — the foundation many candidates take first.
- Elementary Education (5001) and Early Childhood Education (5025) cover the multiple subjects and pedagogy that elementary and early childhood teachers must know.
- Middle School Math (5164) and Mathematics (5165) cover middle-grades and secondary mathematics content knowledge respectively.
- PLT K–6 (5622) covers the Principles of Learning and Teaching — development, learning theory, instruction, assessment, and professional practice.
- General Science (5435) covers the broad science content knowledge expected of secondary science teachers across the major disciplines.
How to Use These Study Guides
- Confirm your test code first. Check your state’s requirements so you study the exact Praxis test (and code) you need, then pick its guide from the table above.
- Read for understanding. Work through each content area in the guide before you start drilling questions, so you build a foundation rather than just memorizing.
- Pair with practice tests. Use Praxis practice tests to surface weak spots, then return to the matching sections of the guide to close the gaps.
- Review on a schedule. Revisit the highest-weighted content areas in the days before your test so the material stays fresh on exam day.
Praxis Study Guide FAQ
A Praxis study guide is a structured review of the content tested on a specific Praxis test. Because the Praxis is a family of more than 90 separate tests — each with its own test code and content areas — there is no single Praxis study guide. Instead, you use the guide that matches the exact test your state requires for the license you are pursuing.
Yes. Every Praxis study guide on Career Employer is completely free, with no account required. Each guide breaks down the official ETS content areas for that test code into clear, readable sections so you can review the material you need without paying for a prep course.
Use the guide for the specific test code your state requires. Many candidates start with the Praxis Core Academic Skills (including the Core Math subtest), then add a subject-specific guide such as Elementary Education (5001), Mathematics (5165), Middle School Mathematics (5164), Early Childhood Education (5025), a Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT) guide such as 5622, or General Science (5435).
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. Your study guide should target the exact content areas of your test code so your review matches what you will see on test day.
There is no single national passing score. ETS reports your result as a scaled score, and each state sets its own passing score for every Praxis test it requires. Check your state's licensing requirements for the specific test you are studying so you know your target.
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. A free study guide is one way to keep your prep costs down.
Read the study guide first to build your understanding of each content area, then use Praxis practice tests to find weak spots. Return to the relevant sections of the guide to fill any gaps, and repeat until you can answer questions in each content area confidently before test day.
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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