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Kentucky Praxis Core Passing Scores (in 2026)

By EXAM MAJOR — Updated Nov 15, 2025 No Comments

The Praxis Core passing scores in Kentucky are 144 for Math, 158 Writing and 150 Reading.

See if you need Praxis Core in Kentucky, what the passing scores mean, and how these Kentucky Praxis Core passing scores affect your teacher program admission and certification in this state.

Does Kentucky require Praxis Core for teacher certification?

Yes.

The Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) requires Praxis Core for initial teacher certification.

But you must also pass Praxis Subject Assessments for licensure specific to your teaching area.

  • SEE PRAXIS SUBJECTS REQUIRED IN KENTUCKY

What are Kentucky Praxis Core passing scores?

The passing scores for Praxis Core in Kentucky is as follows.

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PRAXIS CORESCORES
READING150
WRITING158
MATH144

Source: ETS website

You must pass each test individually.

Kentucky does not use composite or combined score system.

  • SEE PRAXIS CORE PASSING SCORES FOR OTHER STATES

Kentucky EPSB accepts ACT, SAT or GRE instead of Praxis Core if they meet state-approved equivalency standards.

Confirm substitution details with the EPSB or your teacher preparation program.

FAQs Kentucky Praxis Core

Here are clear answers to some questions you may still have about Praxis Core in Kentucky.

What are the passing scores for Praxis Core in Kentucky?

The scores are 150, 158 and 144 for Reading, Writing and Math respectively.

Is Praxis Core required for teacher certification in Kentucky?

Yes. The EPSB requires all teacher candidates to pass Praxis Core and the relevant Praxis Subject Assessments for certification.

Can I use ACT, SAT or GRE instead of Praxis Core in Kentucky?

Yes. Kentucky allows ACT, SAT or GRE scores to substitute for Praxis Core if they meet the EPSB’s equivalency requirements.

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