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New Jersey Praxis Core Passing Scores (in 2026)

By EXAM MAJOR — Updated Nov 15, 2025 No Comments

The Praxis Core passing scores in New Jersey are 156 for Reading, 162 Writing and 150 Math.

See if you need Praxis Core in New Jersey, what the passing scores mean, and how these New Jersey Praxis Core passing scores affect your licensure and teacher program admission.

Does New Jersey require Praxis Core for teacher certification?

Yes.

The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) requires Praxis Core for certification and admission to teacher programs.

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

  • SEE PRAXIS SUBJECT TESTS REQUIRED IN NEW JERSEY

What are New Jersey Praxis Core passing scores?

New Jersey uses the ETS BENCHMARK as its official passing scores.

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PRAXIS CORESCORES
READING156
WRITING162
MATH150

You must meet or exceed these scores for your teacher program or initial certification.

  • SEE PRAXIS CORE PASSING SCORES FOR OTHER STATES

The NJDOE allows alternative standardized test scores such as ACT, SAT or GRE in place of the Praxis Core.

Confirm your eligibility for exemption with your institution or the NJDOE before applying.

FAQs on New Jersey Praxis Core

Here are clear answers to questions you may still have about Praxis Core in New Jersey.

What are the passing scores for Praxis Core in New Jersey?

The scores are 156, 162 and 150 for reading, Writing and Math respectively.

Is Praxis Core required for teacher certification in New Jersey?

Yes. The NJDOE requires Praxis Core for program admission and teacher certification.

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

Yes. New Jersey accepts certain ACT, SAT or GRE scores as substitutes for Praxis Core requirements. Check with your university or NJDOE to verify equivalency.

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