TExES Mathematics 4-8 (115) Practice Test

The exam is computer-administered and consists of approximately 90 selected-response (multiple-choice) questions. You will have 5 hours to complete the test, which includes a 15-minute tutorial and compliance agreement. The questions are distributed across the domains and competencies outlined in the official test framework, assessing both mathematical knowledge and pedagogical practices.

To register, you must create an account on the Texas Educator Certification Examination Program website. Eligibility typically requires an approved educator preparation program or meeting specific alternative certification requirements set by the TEA. It is essential to verify your specific eligibility pathway with your preparation program or the TEA before registering.

The passing score for the TExES Mathematics 4-8 (115) exam is 240. This is a scaled score, not a raw percentage. Your score report will provide a total scaled score and performance indicators for each domain, helping you identify areas of strength and weakness if a retake is necessary.

Effective preparation begins with a thorough review of the official exam framework and competencies provided by Pearson. Focus your studies on the four key domains: Number Concepts, Patterns and Algebra, Geometry and Measurement, and Probability and Statistics. Utilize official preparation manuals, practice tests, and review core middle-grades mathematics curriculum. Supplement with study guides and resources that emphasize both content and pedagogy.

Passing the exam is one component of earning your standard teaching certificate. The initial Standard Certificate issued by the TEA is valid for five years. To renew it, you must complete the required Continuing Professional Education (CPE) hours during each renewal cycle, as stipulated by State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) rules.