Find your licensure area below to determine which test(s) you need to take and see the minimum qualifying score. To learn more about a specific test, click the test title. Once you know your test(s), find out how to register for Praxis® tests and read the Praxis test retake policy.
In general, unless it is specifically stated that a calculator is permitted or required for a particular test, calculators may not be used on any Praxis tests (see Calculator Use).
- If you test in Mississippi at a testing center or using the Praxis at home solution, and your Praxis profile address is in Mississippi, your score report will be sent automatically to the Mississippi Department of Education.
- If you test outside Mississippi or your Praxis profile address is not in Mississippi, your scores are NOT automatically sent to the Mississippi Department of Education. To have your scores sent to the Mississippi Department of Education, you must select the Mississippi Department of Education (state code 7599) as a score recipient when you register.
- For all methods of Praxis testing, to request additional score reports you must select the Mississippi Department of Education (state code 7599) with each additional score report request.
Tests Required for All Licensure Areas
Praxis® Core Academic Skills for Educators (Core)
Principles of Learning and Teaching
Tests Required for Specific Licensure Areas
Praxis® Subject Assessments: Both teacher education program graduates and alternate route candidates must pass a Praxis subject area test in one of the approved subject areas.
Early Childhood
Elementary Education
Middle Grades Education
Secondary Education
All Grades
World Languages
Administrator/School Leader
Special Education
Career & Technical Education
Instructional Support Personnel
1 Supplemental endorsements can be added to a three- or five-year license with a Qualifying Score on this Praxis subject area test.
2 Passing scores will be accepted through 8/31/2024 if the score was attained on or before 8/31/2022.
Visit the Educator Licensure page of the Mississippi Department of Education for comprehensive licensure guidelines.
This page is a supplement to The Praxis® Tests Information Bulletin.