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North Carolina Praxis Core Passing Scores (in 2026)

By EXAM MAJOR — Updated Nov 15, 2025 No Comments

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

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

Does North Carolina require Praxis Core for teacher certification?

Yes.

The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) requires Praxis Core for teacher licensure.

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

  • SEE PRAXIS SUBJECT TESTS REQUIRED IN NORTH CAROLINA

North Carolina Praxis Core passing scores

North Carolina follows the ETS BENCHMARKS for Praxis Core.

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PRAXIS CORESCORES
READING156
WRITING162
MATH150

These scores and above are required for admission to teacher programs and initial teacher certification.

  • SEE PRAXIS CORE PASSING SCORES FOR OTHER STATES

The NCDPI allows exemptions for certain ACT or SAT scores.

Confirm exemption eligibility with your educator preparation program or NCDPI.

FAQs on North Carolina Praxis Core

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

What are the passing scores for Praxis Core in North Carolina?

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

Is Praxis Core required for teacher certification in North Carolina?

Yes. North Carolina requires Praxis Core for initial teacher certification.

Can I use ACT or SAT instead of Praxis Core in North Carolina?

Yes. You can substitute Praxis Core with qualifying SAT or ACT scores.

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