ETS® ParaPro Assessment
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The ParaPro Assessment is a general aptitude test that is required for paraprofessional certification. It is an objective assessment of your knowledge and skills.
What Is It?
The ParaPro Assessment measures the skills and knowledge in reading, writing and math possessed by prospective and practicing paraprofessionals. It also measures their ability to apply those skills and knowledge when assisting in classroom instruction.
Who Takes It?
The test is for prospective and practicing paraprofessionals.
How Long Is It?
Test takers have 2½ hours to complete the test.
What Subjects Are on the Test?
Test subjects include reading, writing and math. A passing score is 460.
What Are the Questions Like?
The test has 90 multiple-choice questions, approximately two-thirds of which focus on basic skills and knowledge. The remaining one-third focus on applying skills in the classroom. All test questions are in English.
How Is the Test Given?
The test is delivered on computer and administered by appointment at Sault Area Public Schools: 876 Marquette Ave. Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783. Contact Angie Love 906-635-3839 x 5032 or alove@eupschools.org.
- Download a ParaPro Assessment Information Bulletin (PDF) for policy information.
- If you are a test taker whose primary language is not English and are requesting additional testing time or have a disability or health-related need requiring other accommodations, please review the Bulletin (PDF) for registration procedures.
Free Test Preparation
Test Fees
$65 payable to Sault Area Public Schools. At this time we do not take credit card payments.
