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ParaPro retires Sep 1, 2026 — ParaPathways is what's next
ParaPathways Practice Test (ETS 5757) — Start Free, No Account

ParaPathways Practice Test —
know if you'll pass before test day.

The ParaPathways practice test gives paraeducators realistic ETS 5757 questions across Reading & Writing and Mathematics. Start free with no account — upgrade when you want faster results, full explanations, and smart progress tracking.

45% of paraeducators fail the first attempt. We help you be the other half.

Pass probability · free session estimate
0%
likely
to pass
Est. scaled score: 330 Need: 332 ✓
Reading comprehension
84%
Grammar & conventions
62%
Mathematics
71%
Source credibility
48%
You're close → 2 focused grammar sessions could push you to 80%+
Sample result · Your score appears after the diagnostic
Passing: 332 R&W · 334 Math
87 questions · ETS 5757
Free tier — start in 10 seconds, no account
4-function calculator · Math subtest
Score valid 10 years from test date
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Free ParaPathways Practice Tests

Start free — no account required. Free tier includes practice questions, pass probability, and brief explanations. Upgrade for unlimited sessions, full answer breakdowns, and smart analytics.

51 questions

Reading & Writing

Comprehension, vocabulary in context, phonics, fluency, grammar, conventions, and source credibility — covering all 12 reading and 9 writing topics paraeducators are tested on. Includes select-underlined questions.

51 questions85 minETS 57584 formats
Calculator included

Mathematics

Numbers & Operations, fractions, percentages, geometry, measurement, and data analysis. On-screen 4-function calculator — ETS 5759 spec. Scratch pad included. The only ParaPathways practice tool with the correct calculator setup.

36 questions60 minETS 5759Numeric entry
Full simulation

Full practice test

Both subtests back-to-back with official timing — 87 questions, 145 minutes, all 4 question formats. The closest a paraeducator can get to the real ParaPathways exam without sitting in the testing center.

87 questions145 minBoth subtestsAll formats

Drill the question type every paraeducator misses — Classroom Application

1 in 3 ParaPathways questions asks "As a paraprofessional, how would you help a student who..." — teaching judgment, not knowledge recall. No other practice site drills this separately. We built a dedicated Classroom Application mode so paraeducators aren't blindsided on test day.

Dedicated drill mode · Unique to ParaPathways Practice

Not sure where your gaps are?

The 20-question adaptive diagnostic identifies your weakest ParaPathways topics in under 15 minutes — then tells you exactly what to study first.

Features

ParaPathways Tools Built for Paraeducators

Every feature exists because of a real pain point — limited time, high stakes, math anxiety, and practice tests that don't match the real ParaPathways exam.

5-minute quick drills

5 questions, 5 minutes. Study on a lunch break or between pickups. Progress auto-saves across sessions — pick up anytime on any device.

Classroom application mode

Dedicated drill for "how would you help a student who..." — the 1 in 3 ParaPathways questions that paraeducators are least prepared for.

On-screen calculator

4-function calculator for the Math subtest — ETS 5759 spec, scratch pad included. Identical to what paraeducators see on test day.

Weak-area tracking

Automatically surfaces your lowest-scoring ParaPathways topics after every session — so paraeducators study what matters, not everything.

Pass probability %

Free tier shows your pass probability from each session — calculated from accuracy per topic weighted by each topic's share of the 87 real exam questions. Paid tier tracks probability trends across sessions.

No account, no paywall

Start practicing in 10 seconds — no email, no login, no credit card. Free tier always available. Upgrade for unlimited access, full explanations, and advanced analytics when you're ready.

Why ParaPathways Practice

The Only Free ParaPathways Practice Test Built for ETS 5757

Every other practice site is still covering the old ParaPro exam. We built this from scratch for ETS 5757 — the exam paraeducators actually face from September 2026 onward.

Feature ParaPathways Practice parapropracticetest.com Teachers Test Prep 240 Tutoring
ParaPathways 5757 coverage ParaPro only ParaPro only ParaPro only
Pass probability % Every session, no account Partial After full test + account Partial Study plan, not %
On-screen calculator (ETS spec) 4-function, ETS 5759
Classroom Application drill mode Dedicated mode Mixed in only Mixed in only Mixed in only
No account for free tier Never required Required Required
Free tier always available No account needed Account required Account required
5-minute quick drills
Weak-area tracking Basic free · Advanced paid Partial Paid tier Partial Paid subscription
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The only tool covering ParaPathways — not the old ParaPro

Every competitor is still selling prep for the ParaPro Assessment (1755), which ETS retires on September 1, 2026. Paraeducators who prepare with those tools are drilling questions from an exam that no longer exists.

Verified: As of April 2026, zero third-party sites offer dedicated ParaPathways (ETS 5757) practice. We are first.
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Pass probability without an account — no one else does this

Teachers Test Prep shows a "likelihood of passing" — but only after completing a full test AND creating an account. We show session-level pass probability free with no login. Paid tier adds cross-session trend tracking.

Why it matters: Paraeducators with limited time need to know where they stand after every short session — not only after a 2.5-hour simulation.
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Classroom Application questions drilled separately — a gap no competitor fills

1 in 3 ParaPathways questions test teaching judgment, not knowledge. Every competitor mixes these into their general practice pool. We built a dedicated drill mode so paraeducators can target these questions specifically.

Real test-taker insight: "A lot of questions were about how you'd act as a paraprofessional — I wasn't prepared for that at all."
Topic drills

ParaPathways Topic Drills by Subject

Short, focused sets for each ParaPathways topic area — so paraeducators spend time exactly where they need it most.

Reading

ComprehensionMain ideaInferenceVocabularyPhonicsFluencyData charts

12 topics · 30 targeted questions

Writing

GrammarPunctuationSentence structureWriting processSource credibilityCitations

9 topics · 21 targeted questions

Mathematics

FractionsPercentagesWord problemsGeometryMeasurementData analysis

6 areas · 36 questions · calculator

State requirements

Which States Require the ParaPathways Exam?

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ParaPro (1755) is discontinued by ETS on September 1, 2026 — every state requiring paraeducator certification must switch to ParaPathways. No exceptions.
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Authoritative source: parapro.ets.org/state-requirements — passing scores are set by each state, not ETS.

FAQ

ParaPathways Practice Test — FAQ

Is the free tier genuinely useful — can I actually pass?
Yes. The free tier includes real ETS-format questions, session-level pass probability, and brief explanations — no account or credit card required. Free users can and do pass the ParaPathways exam; the paid tier just gets you there faster with unlimited sessions, full answer breakdowns, and cross-session analytics.
What is ParaPathways and how does it differ from ParaPro?
ParaPathways (ETS 5757) replaces the ParaPro Assessment on September 1, 2026, splitting into two separately scored subtests — Reading & Writing (5758, passing ~332) and Mathematics (5759, passing ~334) — with an on-screen 4-function calculator added for Math. Scaled scores range 310–350; check our full comparison guide and confirm with your district HR if your job posting still lists ParaPro.
How many questions are on the ParaPathways exam?
87 total — 51 on Reading & Writing (85 min) and 36 on Mathematics (60 min) — using four formats: single-select, multi-select (choose exactly two from five options), numeric entry, and select-underlined. About 1 in 3 questions are classroom application questions testing how you'd support a student, not just content knowledge.
Does ParaPathways have a calculator?
Yes — an on-screen 4-function calculator (+, −, ×, ÷, √, memory, Transfer Display) is available for the Mathematics subtest (ETS 5759) only; no calculator is permitted during Reading & Writing. Our Math practice tool includes the identical calculator so test day won't be the first time you've used it.
How much does the ParaPathways exam cost?
$55 at a Prometric test center or $85 for the at-home proctored option — many districts pay the fee for current or new-hire paraeducators, so check with HR before registering. Your score is valid for 10 years; see our exam day checklist for what to bring and expect.
What if I fail the ParaPathways exam?
You can retake — your official score report identifies exactly which ParaPathways topic areas cost you points, giving your retake prep a clear target. Use our weak-area tracker to build a focused study plan, and confirm your state's cut score at our passing score by state guide before re-registering.
How does pass probability work?
Pass probability is your estimated likelihood of passing the ParaPathways Assessment, calculated from your accuracy per topic weighted by each topic's share of the 87 real exam questions — updated after every session. It's not an official ETS metric, but it gives you an honest, actionable number without requiring an account.
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