The Praxis® Elementary Education Fundamentals: Science exam is designed to measure the knowledge and skills that are essential for entry-level teachers in elementary schools.
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Exam Outline
The Praxis 8005 exam is split into three categories and contains a total of 74 selected-response questions. The whole exam is timed at 90 minutes, and each category is timed at 30 minutes if you take them separately via Praxis Steps.
Set to launch in fall of 2026, Praxis Steps is an upcoming modular testing system that will allow you to take the exam is smaller chunks, letting you progress at your own pace. This system will apply to retakes as well, saving you time and money if you need to retake a single section.1. Earth and Space Sciences
This category contains 24 selected-response questions, which cover the following nine topics:
- Physical and historical geology
- Hydrosphere and atmosphere
- Astronomy
2. Life Sciences
This category contains 25 selected-response questions, which cover the following ten topics:
- Cells and organization
- Genetics and evolution
- Classification and characteristics of organisms
- Plants
- Animal and human anatomy and physiology
- Ecology
3. Physical Sciences
This category contains 25 selected-response questions, which cover the following ten topics:
- Structure and properties of water
- Relationship between energy and matter
- Chemical reactions
- Mechanics
- Electricity, magnetism, waves, and optics
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Registration
To register for the Praxis Elementary Education Fundamentals 8005 exam, you will need to create an online account with ETS. Through this account, you can register and schedule the exam.
During registration, you will be asked to select the test-taking format (remote or at a testing center), test location (if you are taking the test at a testing center), and test date. You will also need to pay the $79 exam fee.
Test Day
In-person Testing
You should arrive at the testing center 30 minutes before the scheduled testing appointment on test day. For this process, you will be asked to provide a printed copy of your admission ticket and two forms of valid identification.
You will also be asked to store all personal items (such as your cell phone, wallet, keys, and accessories) in a secure locker before entering the testing area.
Once the check-in process is complete and you are fully approved for testing, you will be led to the testing station and given a brief tutorial on the testing system.
Remote Testing
To take the exam remotely, you must use a laptop or desktop computer that has the ETS Secure Test Browser downloaded and installed on it. This is the browser you must use to take the exam. You will also need a functioning webcam, speakers, and a microphone.
When you check in to take the exam, the remote proctor will ask you to show proof of identification and to move your webcam around the room so that your testing area can be observed. Once the proctor has approved your testing area, they will walk you through the testing process and begin your exam.
How the Exam is Scored
Your Praxis Elementary Education Fundamentals exam score is based on the number of questions you answer correctly (your raw score). Your raw score is converted to a scaled score. The scaled score you need to obtain differs slightly depending on which state you take the exam in.
You should receive an official score report about five weeks after testing.
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FAQs
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How many questions are on the Praxis Elementary Education Fundamentals Science exam?
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There are 74 selected-response questions on the exam.
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How long is the Praxis Elementary Education Fundamentals Science exam?
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The time limit for the exam is 1.5 hours (30 minutes per section when using Praxis Steps).
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What is the passing score for the Praxis Elementary Education Fundamentals Science exam?
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There is no set passing score for this exam. Each state decides its own minimum passing score requirements.
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How much does the Praxis Elementary Education Fundamentals Science exam cost?
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The examination fee is $79.
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