\nGACE Flashcards<\/a>
\nOther GACE Tests<\/a>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span>GACE Paraprofessional Exam Outline<\/h2>\nThe GACE Paraprofessional exam contains 90 selected-response questions and has a 2-hour time limit.<\/p>\n
The exam is split into three subareas:<\/p>\n
<\/span>I. Reading Skills<\/h3>\nThe questions in this subarea are grouped into three categories.<\/p>\n
Word Structure and Context Clues<\/strong>
\nThese questions are based on short reading passages and test your ability to understand how words function in context. You may be asked to:<\/p>\n\n- Use prefixes, suffixes, root words, and compound words to determine a word’s meaning<\/li>\n
- Use word order and sentence structure to interpret the meaning of words and phrases<\/li>\n
- Identify figurative language<\/li>\n
- Recognize words and phrases with multiple meanings in context<\/li>\n
- Identify synonyms, antonyms, and homonyms within a passage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Main Idea and Supporting Details<\/strong>
\nThese questions test your ability to understand what a passage is mostly about and how the author develops ideas. You will be asked to:<\/p>\n\n- Determine an author’s stated or implied purpose<\/li>\n
- Identify the main idea of a paragraph or short passage<\/li>\n
- Determine an author’s point of view or perspective based on how the passage is written<\/li>\n
- Identify key details that support, explain, or clarify the main idea<\/li>\n
- Recognize information that is not relevant to the main idea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Basic Comprehension Skills<\/strong>
\nThese questions measure your ability to understand and interpret different kinds of written information. You may be required to:<\/p>\n\n- Distinguish between factual statements and opinions<\/li>\n
- Draw logical conclusions based on information in a passage<\/li>\n
- Identify the structure or organizational pattern of a nonfiction text<\/li>\n
- Interpret information presented in charts, tables, diagrams, maps, or other graphic formats<\/li>\n
- Make inferences about information that is implied rather than stated directly<\/li>\n
- Demonstrate knowledge of key elements of fiction and narrative texts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span>II. Writing Skills<\/h3>\nThe questions in this subarea are grouped into three categories.<\/p>\n
\nStandard Written English Usage<\/strong>
\nThese questions assess your knowledge of correct written English conventions. You may be asked to:<\/p>\n\n- Recognize correct spelling and commonly misspelled words<\/li>\n
- Apply rules of capitalization for proper nouns (such as names, titles, and places)<\/li>\n
- Identify correct punctuation and spot errors in the use of punctuation marks<\/li>\n
- Apply standard English verb usage, including tense changes and spelling variations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Grammatical Structure<\/strong>
\nThese questions measure your understanding of how words and phrases function in sentences. You will be expected to:<\/p>\n\n- Identify correct use of nouns and pronouns<\/li>\n
- Recognize correct use of verb forms<\/li>\n
- Identify proper use of adjectives and adverbs<\/li>\n
- Apply rules of subject\u2013verb agreement<\/li>\n
- Identify basic grammatical errors within sentences and short passages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Writing Process and Purpose<\/strong>
\nThese questions focus on how writing is organized and developed for different purposes. You may be asked to:<\/p>\n\n- Identify the purpose of a piece of writing<\/li>\n
- Recognize organizational patterns such as sequence, cause and effect, and problem and solution<\/li>\n
- Identify prewriting strategies such as outlining, brainstorming, and drafting<\/li>\n
- Recognize basic research methods used when preparing written work<\/li>\n
- Identify effective introductions and conclusions<\/li>\n
- Recognize strong topic sentences and supporting details within paragraphs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span>III. Mathematics Skills<\/h3>\nThe questions in this subarea are grouped into three categories.<\/p>\n
\nNumerical Reasoning<\/strong>
\nThese questions measure your ability to work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percents in both computation and problem-solving situations. You may be asked to:<\/p>\n\n- Solve problems and make reasonable estimates involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using standard algorithms<\/li>\n
- Compose and decompose whole numbers using basic operations<\/li>\n
- Identify common errors when setting up or solving equations and word problems<\/li>\n
- Identify and compare forms of numbers (integers, fractions, decimals) and locate them on a number line<\/li>\n
- Apply knowledge of place value for whole numbers and decimals<\/li>\n
- Solve problems using proportional reasoning and percents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Patterns and Algebraic, Geometric, and Spatial Reasoning<\/strong>
\nThese questions assess your ability to recognize patterns and use geometric and spatial concepts. You will be expected to:<\/p>\n\n- Recognize and extend simple numerical and visual patterns<\/li>\n
- Identify proportional relationships in mathematical problems<\/li>\n
- Identify and describe geometric shapes based on their properties<\/li>\n
- Match dimensions to attributes of two- and three-dimensional figures (e.g., area, perimeter, volume)<\/li>\n
- Solve word problems involving area, perimeter, and volume of geometric figures<\/li>\n
- Locate points and identify geometric figures on a coordinate plane<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Measurement and Data Reasoning<\/strong>
\nThese questions focus on how mathematical information is represented, interpreted, and applied in real-world contexts. You may be asked to:<\/p>\n\n- Interpret data shown in tables, pie charts, line graphs, bar graphs, and pictographs<\/li>\n
- Analyze graphical data to make decisions or draw conclusions<\/li>\n
- Convert between units of time, money, length, mass, volume, and weight in the standard U.S. measurement system<\/li>\n
- Solve measurement-based word problems involving money, time, temperature, and customary units<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t
Check Out Mometrix's GACE Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t![\"](\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/gaceparapro349.jpg\")
\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span> Registration<\/h2>\nTo register for the GACE exam, you need to use your MyPSC account. If you do not have an account, create your account to receive your Georgia certification number. After you register for the Paraprofessional Assessment on MyPSC, you will need to create an ETS GACE testing account and complete the registration process.<\/p>\n
The testing fee is $49.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\n<\/span>In-person Testing<\/h3>\nYou should arrive 15-30 minutes early to the testing center on exam day, which will leave time for the check-in process to take place. This process involves checking your ID and signing a confidentiality form.<\/p>\n
Once you are checked in, you will be asked to place all personal or prohibited items in a secure locker outside the testing area, and you will be given a piece of scratch paper and two pencils to take notes with during the exam.<\/p>\n
Once you are ready, the proctor will lead you to the testing station and provide a brief introduction to the testing system before the exam begins.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Remote Testing<\/h3>\nBefore you check in for your test, you must clear your table\/desk of electronics, resource materials, books, and recording devices. The only things allowed in your testing area are one piece of scratch paper and two pencils.<\/p>\n
The remote proctor will first ask you to show your ID. They will then ask you to scan your room with your webcam to show that you have no prohibited items in the area.<\/p>\n
Once the proctor is satisfied that the remote testing requirements are met, they will walk you through the examination process and help you begin your exam.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How the Exam is Scored<\/h2>\nYour GACE Paraprofessional score is determined using a scaled scoring method. This method takes your raw score, which is how many questions you answered correctly, and converts it to a scaled score. To pass the exam, you need a minimum scaled score of 220.<\/p>\n
You will receive an unofficial score report immediately following your exam. Your official score report will be available via your ETS GACE testing account.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Retaking the Test<\/h2>\nIf you wish to retake the exam, you must wait a minimum of 30 days before registering for a new appointment. You will need to pay the examination fee in full for every retake.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tCheck Out Mometrix's GACE Flashcards<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span>FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How many questions are on the GACE Paraprofessional exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
There are 90 selected-response questions on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How long is the GACE Paraprofessional exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The time limit for the exam is 2 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
What is the passing score for the GACE Paraprofessional exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
To pass the exam, you must achieve a scaled score of at least 220.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How much does the GACE Paraprofessional exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The examination fee is $49.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The questions in this subarea are grouped into three categories.<\/p>\n
\nThese questions are based on short reading passages and test your ability to understand how words function in context. You may be asked to:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Use prefixes, suffixes, root words, and compound words to determine a word’s meaning<\/li>\n
- Use word order and sentence structure to interpret the meaning of words and phrases<\/li>\n
- Identify figurative language<\/li>\n
- Recognize words and phrases with multiple meanings in context<\/li>\n
- Identify synonyms, antonyms, and homonyms within a passage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Main Idea and Supporting Details<\/strong>
\nThese questions test your ability to understand what a passage is mostly about and how the author develops ideas. You will be asked to:<\/p>\n- \n
- Determine an author’s stated or implied purpose<\/li>\n
- Identify the main idea of a paragraph or short passage<\/li>\n
- Determine an author’s point of view or perspective based on how the passage is written<\/li>\n
- Identify key details that support, explain, or clarify the main idea<\/li>\n
- Recognize information that is not relevant to the main idea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Basic Comprehension Skills<\/strong>
\nThese questions measure your ability to understand and interpret different kinds of written information. You may be required to:<\/p>\n- \n
- Distinguish between factual statements and opinions<\/li>\n
- Draw logical conclusions based on information in a passage<\/li>\n
- Identify the structure or organizational pattern of a nonfiction text<\/li>\n
- Interpret information presented in charts, tables, diagrams, maps, or other graphic formats<\/li>\n
- Make inferences about information that is implied rather than stated directly<\/li>\n
- Demonstrate knowledge of key elements of fiction and narrative texts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span>II. Writing Skills<\/h3>\n
The questions in this subarea are grouped into three categories.<\/p>\n
\nStandard Written English Usage<\/strong>
\nThese questions assess your knowledge of correct written English conventions. You may be asked to:<\/p>\n- \n
- Recognize correct spelling and commonly misspelled words<\/li>\n
- Apply rules of capitalization for proper nouns (such as names, titles, and places)<\/li>\n
- Identify correct punctuation and spot errors in the use of punctuation marks<\/li>\n
- Apply standard English verb usage, including tense changes and spelling variations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Grammatical Structure<\/strong>
\nThese questions measure your understanding of how words and phrases function in sentences. You will be expected to:<\/p>\n- \n
- Identify correct use of nouns and pronouns<\/li>\n
- Recognize correct use of verb forms<\/li>\n
- Identify proper use of adjectives and adverbs<\/li>\n
- Apply rules of subject\u2013verb agreement<\/li>\n
- Identify basic grammatical errors within sentences and short passages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Writing Process and Purpose<\/strong>
\nThese questions focus on how writing is organized and developed for different purposes. You may be asked to:<\/p>\n- \n
- Identify the purpose of a piece of writing<\/li>\n
- Recognize organizational patterns such as sequence, cause and effect, and problem and solution<\/li>\n
- Identify prewriting strategies such as outlining, brainstorming, and drafting<\/li>\n
- Recognize basic research methods used when preparing written work<\/li>\n
- Identify effective introductions and conclusions<\/li>\n
- Recognize strong topic sentences and supporting details within paragraphs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span>III. Mathematics Skills<\/h3>\n
The questions in this subarea are grouped into three categories.<\/p>\n
\nNumerical Reasoning<\/strong>
\nThese questions measure your ability to work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percents in both computation and problem-solving situations. You may be asked to:<\/p>\n- \n
- Solve problems and make reasonable estimates involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using standard algorithms<\/li>\n
- Compose and decompose whole numbers using basic operations<\/li>\n
- Identify common errors when setting up or solving equations and word problems<\/li>\n
- Identify and compare forms of numbers (integers, fractions, decimals) and locate them on a number line<\/li>\n
- Apply knowledge of place value for whole numbers and decimals<\/li>\n
- Solve problems using proportional reasoning and percents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Patterns and Algebraic, Geometric, and Spatial Reasoning<\/strong>
\nThese questions assess your ability to recognize patterns and use geometric and spatial concepts. You will be expected to:<\/p>\n- \n
- Recognize and extend simple numerical and visual patterns<\/li>\n
- Identify proportional relationships in mathematical problems<\/li>\n
- Identify and describe geometric shapes based on their properties<\/li>\n
- Match dimensions to attributes of two- and three-dimensional figures (e.g., area, perimeter, volume)<\/li>\n
- Solve word problems involving area, perimeter, and volume of geometric figures<\/li>\n
- Locate points and identify geometric figures on a coordinate plane<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Measurement and Data Reasoning<\/strong>
\nThese questions focus on how mathematical information is represented, interpreted, and applied in real-world contexts. You may be asked to:<\/p>\n- \n
- Interpret data shown in tables, pie charts, line graphs, bar graphs, and pictographs<\/li>\n
- Analyze graphical data to make decisions or draw conclusions<\/li>\n
- Convert between units of time, money, length, mass, volume, and weight in the standard U.S. measurement system<\/li>\n
- Solve measurement-based word problems involving money, time, temperature, and customary units<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t
Check Out Mometrix's GACE Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span> Registration<\/h2>\n
To register for the GACE exam, you need to use your MyPSC account. If you do not have an account, create your account to receive your Georgia certification number. After you register for the Paraprofessional Assessment on MyPSC, you will need to create an ETS GACE testing account and complete the registration process.<\/p>\n
The testing fee is $49.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\n
<\/span>In-person Testing<\/h3>\n
You should arrive 15-30 minutes early to the testing center on exam day, which will leave time for the check-in process to take place. This process involves checking your ID and signing a confidentiality form.<\/p>\n
Once you are checked in, you will be asked to place all personal or prohibited items in a secure locker outside the testing area, and you will be given a piece of scratch paper and two pencils to take notes with during the exam.<\/p>\n
Once you are ready, the proctor will lead you to the testing station and provide a brief introduction to the testing system before the exam begins.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Remote Testing<\/h3>\n
Before you check in for your test, you must clear your table\/desk of electronics, resource materials, books, and recording devices. The only things allowed in your testing area are one piece of scratch paper and two pencils.<\/p>\n
The remote proctor will first ask you to show your ID. They will then ask you to scan your room with your webcam to show that you have no prohibited items in the area.<\/p>\n
Once the proctor is satisfied that the remote testing requirements are met, they will walk you through the examination process and help you begin your exam.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How the Exam is Scored<\/h2>\n
Your GACE Paraprofessional score is determined using a scaled scoring method. This method takes your raw score, which is how many questions you answered correctly, and converts it to a scaled score. To pass the exam, you need a minimum scaled score of 220.<\/p>\n
You will receive an unofficial score report immediately following your exam. Your official score report will be available via your ETS GACE testing account.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Retaking the Test<\/h2>\n
If you wish to retake the exam, you must wait a minimum of 30 days before registering for a new appointment. You will need to pay the examination fee in full for every retake.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tCheck Out Mometrix's GACE Flashcards<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Get complex subjects broken down into easily understandable concepts<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Flashcards<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span>FAQs<\/h2>\n
\n\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How many questions are on the GACE Paraprofessional exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
There are 90 selected-response questions on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How long is the GACE Paraprofessional exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The time limit for the exam is 2 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
What is the passing score for the GACE Paraprofessional exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
To pass the exam, you must achieve a scaled score of at least 220.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How much does the GACE Paraprofessional exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The examination fee is $49.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
By Eric Richter<\/span><\/p>
Eric is the Product Development Manager responsible for developing and updating the Mometrix Teacher Certification and K-12 products. Eric has a bachelor\u2019s degree in Sociology and a master\u2019s of education in Teaching ESOL.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>