Exam Format & Tips

About the TExES Core EC-6 Social Studies Exam

Questions40 selected-response
Time70 minutes
Score Range100 to 300
Passing Score240

Test-Taking Strategies

  • Pace: ~1.75 minutes per question
  • History & Geography are key: 22 of 40 questions come from Comps 2-3
  • Think Texas: Many questions focus on Texas history, geography, and government
  • Teaching focus: Questions often ask about instructional strategies, not just facts
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