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The Praxis School Psychologist (5403) exam evaluates your readiness to work as a certified school psychologist and assesses your knowledge of psychological foundations, assessment practices, academic and behavioral interventions, consultation, ethics, and legal requirements. This exam covers essential topics such as cognitive development, mental health disorders, crisis response, and collaborative problem-solving. Our comprehensive study guides, practice tests, and expert explanations will help you master the competencies needed to support student learning, behavior, and well-being—ensuring you are fully prepared to pass the exam and excel as a school psychologist.
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Praxis School Psychologist (5403) Practice Test
The Praxis School Psychologist (5403) exam assesses the professional knowledge and applied skills required for entry-level school psychologists. The test evaluates your understanding of psychological foundations, assessment, intervention, ethics, and professional practices in school settings.
This exam is a critical step for individuals seeking licensure or certification as a school psychologist.
Prepare for your Praxis® School Psychologist (5403) exam with our comprehensive practice test questions, study tips, and exam-focused resources designed to help you succeed. At Prepsaret, we offer free practice tests, detailed study guides, and flashcards to support you every step of the way toward certification.
Praxis School Psychologist (5403) Exam Test Format and Structure
The Praxis School Psychologist (5403) exam contains 125 selected-response questions and has a time limit of 125 minutes, allowing approximately one minute per question.
The exam includes several types of selected-response questions, including:
- Single-selection multiple-choice
- Numeric entry
- Hot spot
- Sentence selection
- Drag-and-drop
- Drop-down
Basic Test Information
- Test Code: 5403
- Number of Questions: 125 selected-response questions
- Time Limit: 2.5 hours
- Test Format: Computer-delivered
- Question Types: Multiple-choice questions
Scoring Information
The Praxis® School Psychologist exam uses a scaled scoring system. Most states require a minimum passing score of 155, though exact requirements vary by state.
- Unofficial scores are typically available immediately after testing
- Official score reports are released approximately five weeks after the test date
The exam fee is $130. To register, create an account on the Educational Testing Service (ETS) website and select your test format (remote or testing center), date, and location.
Praxis School Psychologist (5403) Exam Outline
The exam is divided into four major content categories.
I. Professional Practices that Permeate and Aspects of Service Delivery (40 Questions)
The questions in this category assess your knowledge of the following topics:
- Data-based decision-making and accountability
- Problem identification
- Assessment and problem analysis
- Assessment of social populations
- Measurement theory and principles
- Consultation methods and models used to plan, evaluate, and implement academic and mental health interventions
- Collaboration among home, community, and school
II. Direct and Indirect Services for Children, Families, and Schools — Student-Level Services (28 Questions)
The questions in this category assess your knowledge of the following topics:
- Academic interventions and instructional support
- Effective individual and group instruction
- Academic success and failure factors
- School-based intervention skills
- Preventive strategies (primary, secondary, and tertiary)
- Child and adolescent psychopathology
III. Direct and Indirect Services for Children, Families, and Schools — Systems-Level Services (25 Questions)
The questions in this category assess your knowledge of the following topics:
- Schoolwide practices to promote learning
- Preventive and responsive services
- Family–school collaboration services
IV. Foundations of School Psychological Service Delivery (32 Questions)
The questions in this category assess your knowledge of the following topics:
- Diversity in development and learning
- Legal, ethical, and professional practices
- Research methods and program evaluation
Praxis School Psychologist (5403) Exam Registration
To register for the Praxis School Psychologist exam, you will need to create an online account with ETS. Through this account, you can submit an application to take the exam.
During registration, you will be asked to select the test-taking format (remote or at a testing center), test location (if you are taking the test at a testing center), and test date. You will also need to pay the $156 exam fee.
Free Praxis® School Psychologist (5403) Practice Test
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Additional Resources
- Study Guide: Explore key exam concepts with our in-depth Praxis® School Psychologist Study Guide.
- Flashcards: Reinforce important terms, theories, and practices using our interactive flashcards.
- Online Course: Access video lessons, quizzes, and expert explanations through our online prep course.
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At Prepsaret, we are committed to helping future school psychologists succeed. Our prep resources are designed to:
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All materials are developed by experienced educators and test prep specialists to ensure accuracy and relevance
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FAQs About Praxis School Psychologist
The Praxis School Psychologist exam assesses the professional knowledge required to work as a school psychologist, including assessment, intervention, ethics, and applied psychological foundations.
The exam consists of 125 multiple-choice questions.
You have 2.5 hours to complete the test.
Most states require a passing score of 147, but requirements vary. Always check with your state’s education department.
The examination fee is $130.
Register through ETS by creating an online account, choosing a test format (remote or in-person), selecting a date, and paying the fee.
Yes, ETS offers both remote testing and testing center options.
Prepsaret provides free practice tests, study guides, flashcards, and online courses designed to help you master the exam content and feel confident on test day.
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