Prepare. Practice. Pass.
Step into a Meaningful Career as a Paraprofessional!
Quantum is working beyond the learnng lab to support paraprofessionals in their journey toward certification and career growth. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to brush up on essential skills, these resources are tailored to help you succeed on the ParaPro Assessment.
About the ParaPro Assessment
The ParaPro Assessment was developed in response to the federal No Child Left Behind Act, which was signed
into law by President Bush in January 2002. The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), which has replaced NCLB,
leaves these requirements in place. The law requires that paraprofessionals serving in an instructional capacity satisfy
one of the following:
An associate of arts degree
Two years of college
Through a state or local academic assessment, a demonstrated knowledge of, and the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and math.
The choice of test or tests to satisfy the third option is left to the discretion of states and districts.
Why take the ParaPro Assessment?
Thinking about starting a career in education?
The ParaPro Assessment is designed for individuals with fewer than 60 college credit hours who are eager to make a difference in the lives of students.
This exam measures your skills in reading, writing, and math, along with your ability to use those skills to support classroom instruction.
Administered by ETS (PRAXIS), the ParaPro Assessment is your first step toward a rewarding role in education! Sign up now to take your exam at the Quantum office!
By passing the ParaPro Assessment, you’ll be qualified to work under the guidance of certified teachers, helping students succeed every day.
It’s an excellent entry point for anyone passionate about education and looking to grow professionally.
What is covered on the ParaPro Assessment
The ParaPro Assessment for prospective and practicing paraprofessionals measures skills and knowledge in reading,
mathematics, and writing, as well as the ability to apply those skills and knowledge to assist in classroom instruction.
The test consists of 90 selected-response questions across the subject areas of reading, mathematics, and writing.
Approximately two-thirds of the questions in each subject area focus on basic skills and knowledge, and approximately one-third of the questions in each subject area focus on the application of those skills and knowledge in a classroom context.
Fifteen of the questions in the test (five in each subject) are pretest questions and do not count toward the test taker’s score. The test questions are arranged by subject area, with reading first, then
mathematics, followed by writing.
What is the cost for the exam?
The exam fee, including proctoring, is just $75.00—payable online when you schedule your exam!
How do I register for the exam?
Ready to take the next step? Click the button below schedule your exam today!
What do paraprofessionals do?
Paraprofessional educators play a vital role in schools by working alongside certified teachers, supporting students both in and out of the classroom, and assisting with instructional and administrative tasks that help classrooms run smoothly.
FAQ
What language is the exam available in?
The ParaPro Exam is in English.
For test takers whose primary language is not English (PLNE). Review the ParaPro Assessment Information Bulletin for request, registration and payment procedures
How long will the exam take?
The ParaPro Assessment is computer delivered and takes approximately 2 1/2 – 3 hours to complete. The test consists of 90 selected-response questions, approximately two-thirds of which focus on basic skills and knowledge. The remaining one-third focus on applying skills in the classroom.
Are there options to retake the exam?
Effective June 22, 2024, you can retake the test once as soon as you would like. If more than one retake is necessary, you must wait 7 days after your most recent attempt, and then, you can retake the test two more times. Continued retakes will follow the same pattern of a 7-day waiting period after two (2) attempts. This retake policy applies to both at home testing and testing at physical test centers.
Are accommodations available?
If you need to request testing accommodations, you must do so before registering, and you’ll need to register through ETS.
ETS offers accommodations for test takers:
whose primary language is not English (PLNE). Review the ParaPro Assessment Information Bulletin for request, registration and payment procedures
who have disabilities or health-related needs. See Accommodations for Test Takers with Disabilities or Health-related Needs for additional information.
Test takers requesting testing accommodations for the ParaPro Assessment should review the information found in
the ParaPro Bulletin. The Bulletin contains information on how to request additional testing time for PLNE test
takers and other accommodations for test takers with disabilities or health-related needs. Test takers can review the
ParaPro Assessment website at https://www.ets.org/parapro/test-takers/about.html for additional information.
The following accommodations can be provided at participating ParaPro sites:
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• 50% additional testing time for PLNE test takers
• 25%, 50% or 100% additional testing time for test takers with disabilities or health-related needs
• Sign Language or Oral Interpreter
• Extra Breaks (breaks are not included in testing time (can be used for medication, snacks, trips to the
restroom, etc.)
Test takers will fill out the forms available in the ParaPro Bulletin to request testing accommodations for the
ParaPro Assessment approximately 2-3 weeks before their expected test date. Test takers approved for their
requested accommodations will be sent an email confirmation with their approved accommodations and
instructions on how to schedule testing arrangements. Test takers are advised to bring with them their confirmation
email to the test center they have scheduled their test with.
When will I receive my scores?
Unofficial scores can be printed at the end of the test session. Official score reports
will be mailed to Test Takers approximately 2-3 weeks from the date of their test
administration.
What is the qualifying score for my state/ region?
Below are state and school district established qualifying scores. Test takers must meet or exceed this qualifying score to pass the ParaPro Assessment.
The qualifying score in Alaska is: 459
The qualifying score in Arizona is: 459
The qualifying score in Arkansas is: 457
The qualifying score in California, Aspire Public Schools is: 460
The qualifying score in California, Bret Harte Union High School District is: 459
The qualifying score in California, El Rancho Unified School District is: 458
The qualifying score in California, Fillmore Unified School District is: 458
The qualifying score in California, Haynes Family of Programs is: 445
The qualifying score in California, Merced Union High School District is: 458
The qualifying score in California, Oak Park Unified School District is: 458
The qualifying score in California, Oakland Unified School District is: 460
The qualifying score in California, South Bay Schools is: 460
The qualifying score in California, The Help Group is: 458
The qualifying score in California, Ventura County is: 458
The qualifying score in Colorado is: 460
The qualifying score in Connecticut is: 457
The qualifying score in Delaware is: 459
The qualifying score in District of Columbia is: 461
The qualifying score in Florida, Brevard Public Schools – Adult and Community Education is: 457
The qualifying score in Florida, Collier County Public Schools is: 457
The qualifying score in Florida Consortium is: 464
The qualifying score in Florida, Duval County Public School District is: 457
The qualifying score in Florida, Hernando County School District is: 457
The qualifying score in Florida, Lee County School District is: 450
The qualifying score in Florida, Manatee County School District is: 457
The qualifying score in Florida, Martin County School Board is: 440
The qualifying score in Florida, Pasco County Schools is: 457
The qualifying score in Florida, Sarasota County School District is: 457
The qualifying score in Florida, St. Lucie District Schools is: 460
The qualifying score in Florida, Taylor County School District is: 460
The qualifying score in Hawaii is: 459
The qualifying score in Idaho is: 457
The qualifying score in Illinois is: 460
The qualifying score in Indiana is: 460
The qualifying score in Kansas is: 455
The qualifying score in Louisiana is: 450
The qualifying score in Maine is: 459
The qualifying score in Maryland is: 455
The qualifying score in Massachusetts is: 464
The qualifying score in Michigan is: 460
The qualifying score in Minnesota is: 460
The qualifying score in Missouri is: 459
The qualifying score in Montana, Hamilton School District is: 462
The qualifying score in Nebraska is: 456
The qualifying score in Nevada is: 455
The qualifying score in New Hampshire is: 460
The qualifying score in New Jersey is: 456
The qualifying score in New Mexico is: 457
The qualifying score in North Dakota is: 464
The qualifying score in Ohio is: 456
The qualifying score in Oregon is: 455
The qualifying score in Pennsylvania, Allegheny Intermediate Unit 3 is: 462
The qualifying score in Pennsylvania, Chester Upland School District is: 459
The qualifying score in Pennsylvania, Hempfield Area School District is: 462
The qualifying score in Pennsylvania, Mifflin County School District is: 460
The qualifying score in Pennsylvania, Tuscarora School District is: 460
The qualifying score in Pennsylvania, West Oak Lane Charter School is: 462
The qualifying score in Rhode Island is: 461
The qualifying score in South Carolina is: 456
The qualifying score in South Dakota is: 461
The qualifying score in Tennessee is: 456
The qualifying score in Texas, Education Service Center – Region 19 is: 467
The qualifying score in Texas, Fort Worth Independent School District is: 461
The qualifying score in Texas, Keller Independent School District is: 465
The qualifying score in Texas, Lamar, CISD is: 465
The qualifying score in Texas, Midland Independent School District is: 455
The qualifying score in Texas, North East Independent School District is: 465
The qualifying score in Texas, South San Antonio Independent School District is: 465
The qualifying score in U.S. Virgin Islands is: 466
The qualifying score in Utah is: 460
The qualifying score in Vermont is: 458
The qualifying score in Virginia is: 455
The qualifying score in Washington is: 455
The qualifying score in Wisconsin, Lakeland Union School District is: 460
The qualifying score in Wisconsin, Neenah Joint School District is: 460
The qualifying score in Wyoming is: 462