Free Praxis 5001 Elementary Education Practice Tests
Prepare for the full exam or focus on individual subtests: Reading & Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and Science. All tests are fully interactive with answers and detailed explanations. No sign-up is required!
Reading & Language Arts (5002)
Covers reading comprehension, phonics, grammar, and foundational literacy instruction techniques.
Math (5003)
Focuses on number sense, operations, algebraic thinking, and how to teach math to young learners.
Social Studies (5004)
Assesses knowledge of history, geography, government, and economics for K–6 education.
Science (5005)
Tests understanding of physical, life, and earth sciences, plus inquiry and teaching strategies.
Praxis 5001 Overview
Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects
The Praxis 5001 is a teacher certification exam required in many states for those planning to teach elementary grades (K–6). It evaluates knowledge across four core subject areas. You can take all subtests in one sitting or register for them separately.
General Test Information
FormatComputer-delivered, selected-response and numeric-entry questions
Total QuestionsApproximately 245 questions across four subtests
Passing ScoreVaries by state (usually between 155–165)
Retake PolicyWait 28 days before retaking a failed subtest
Total Time4 hours 35 minutes
Score Range100–200 per subtest
Cost$180 (combined); $64–$90 per subtest
Subtest Breakdown
You may take subtests together or one at a time. Each section is timed separately.
Reading and Language Arts (5002)
90
Minutes
~80
Questions
- Reading comprehension
- Phonological and phonemic awareness
- Writing, speaking, and listening skills
- Grammar and language conventions
- Focus on identifying main ideas, tone, and inferences.
- Review parts of speech, punctuation, and sentence structure.
- Practice reading short passages under time pressure.
Mathematics (5003)
65
Minutes
~50
Questions
- Numbers and operations
- Algebraic thinking
- Geometry and measurement
- Data, statistics, and probability
- Master basic operations with fractions and decimals.
- Practice solving word problems.
- Familiarize yourself with interpreting graphs and charts.
Social Studies (5004)
60
Minutes
~60
Questions
- U.S. history, government, and citizenship
- Geography, anthropology, and sociology
- World history and economics
- Review key U.S. history events (e.g., the American Revolution, civil rights).
- Know basic government structure and civic responsibilities.
- Learn basic economic principles (e.g., supply & demand, scarcity).
Science (5005)
60
Minutes
~55
Questions
- Life science
- Physical science (e.g., energy, forces, matter)
- Earth and space science
- Learn the steps of the scientific method.
- Review ecosystems, life cycles, and human body basics.
- Understand energy types and states of matter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I take the subtests separately?
Yes! You can register for each section individually or take all four at once.
Do I have to retake the entire test if I fail one part?
No. You only need to retake the subtest you didn’t pass.
Is there a penalty for guessing?
Nope! There’s no penalty—so always make a guess if you’re unsure.
What’s the best way to prepare?
- Take all of our free practice tests
- Use the official ETS Study Companions
- Focus on weak content areas
Final Test Day Tips
Keep track of time for each question and section.
Get a good night’s sleep before your test day.
Pay close attention to each question, especially tricky ones.
Bring proper ID and check your test center rules.