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PRAXIS (5235) Study Guide

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How to Pass the Praxis Biology 5235 exam?

Discover your strengths and weaknesses using a diagnostic test

Our study guide includes a diagnostic test you can take before you start studying to determine your strengths and weaknesses. After completing the diagnostic test you will receive a personalized study plan so you know what to focus on in your studies.

Master the concepts covered on the exam using test-aligned study materials

The study guide’s instruction content breaks down the key information you need to know about each concept. Includes written and video content for different learning styles

Assess your knowledge of each concept with practice questions

The study guide comes with 1000s of authentic practice questions. Each concept comes with a set of quizzes you can take to assess your knowledge of the material you just studied.

Take full-length practice tests to ensure you are ready on test day

The study guide includes three full-length practice tests. These tests are designed to mimic the real exam, meaning they have the same numbers of questions and time limit as the real exam.

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Study Guide Format

The Praxis Biology study guide includes instructional videos, quizzes, flashcards, and a 1000+ practice questions. The study guide covers 26 concepts including Scientific Processes, Mendel’s Genetics, Classification of Organisms and much more!

What Concepts are Covered in the Praxis Biology (5235) Study Guide?

The Praxis (5235) Biology study guide consists of the following concepts:

ConceptNumber of LessonsPractice Questions
Scientific Inquiry1075
Scientific Processes870
Data431
Models750
Lab Safety839
Lab Techniques842
Atoms & Molecules1381
Cells850
Gene Processes1038
Cell Processes1154
Mendel’s Genetics435
Non-Mendelian inheritance313
Evolution & Variation1056
Mutations636
Speciation615
Characteristics of Life644
Classification of Organisms441
Organ Systems628
Animal Characteristics49
Plant Characteristics742
Ecological Organization420
Species Relationships633
Biomes & Ecosystems529
Cycles435
Managing Resources218
Impact of Humans951

Each concept includes instructional content and videos to ensure you understand that topic. They also come with practice questions so you can test yourself on the information you just learned.

How to Use the Study Guide

You can start studying by taking our diagnostic test to learn your strengths and weaknesses. Then you can start working through the concepts. The instructional content, which includes videos and written content,  gives you all the necessary information to understand that topic. Each concept has its own set of flashcards and quizzes you can use to test your knowledge of that specific concept quickly. Once you have worked through all the concepts, you can move on to the full-length practice tests. These practice tests mimic the test day environment, meaning they will have the same amount of questions and time limit as the real test. You will have three attempts at taking the practice test.

Is the Study Guide Test-Aligned?

Our curriculum team studies all of the standards and competencies for the Praxis®️ Biology: Content Knowledge (5235) exam and cross-references them with the current and previous questions released by the official testing company. We then work with content and teaching experts to distill down what test-takers need to know. No matter where you are in the study guide, you can always see how the concept you are learning is aligned to the test standards.

Benefits of Using the Study Guide

The Praxis 5235 study guide was created to help you pass your Praxis Biology exam. The comprehensive study guide provides you with all the information and study resources you need to be successful on test day!

The Praxis (5235) Biology exam is designed to measure the knowledge and competencies necessary for a beginner high school Biology teacher. Once you have passed your exam you are one step closer to getting into the classroom!

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Praxis® Biology: Content Knowledge Quick Facts

Test Breakdown:

The Praxis Biology: Content Knowledge (5235) exam consists of 150 selected-response questions with a 2-hour and 30 minute time limit. The exam has 6 main content categories:

    1. Nature of Science: Scientific Inquiry Methodology, Techniques, and History
    2. Molecular and Cellular Biology 
    3. Genetics and Evolution
    4. Diversity of Life and Organismal Biology 
    5. Ecology: Organisms and Environments
    6. Science, Technology, and Social Perspectives

Dig deeper into the Praxis 5235 exam format in our exam structure and breakdown article.

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Tests are year-round, by appointment only. Check the Praxis ETS website to find a testing location near you.

Scoring Information

The Praxis Biology passing score is between 150 and 155. Praxis passing scores vary by state. You can use the ETS website to check the passing score in your state.  Learn more about the Praxis Biology exam scoring in our scoring guide.

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How much does the Praxis 5235 study guide cost?

You can access the Praxis 5235 Biology study guide for $44.99 a month. You’ll need to subscribe to our Praxis catalog, which will include the Praxis Biology study guide and every Praxis study guide in our catalog.

Does the Praxis Biology study guide have practice tests?

Yes! The study guide has three full-length practice test. These practice tests mimic the actual exam, meaning they have the same number of questions and time limit as the real test. The Praxis 5235 study guide also includes over 500 quiz questions that you can access through the study guide.

What concepts are covered in the Praxis Biology (5235) study guide?

The Praxis Biology 5235 study guide covers 26 concepts including Scientific Inquiry, Atoms & Molecules, Ecological Organization and much more!

How long will it take me to complete the Praxis Biology study guide?

Every person’s situation is different so it’s hard to pinpoint an exact time frame. Most people take between 30-90 days to complete the Praxis 5235 study guide.

How hard is the Praxis 5235 exam?

Most test takers score between 153 and 174. We don’t have the exact passing rate, but the average score on the exam is 163. Since the passing score for the exam is between 150 and 155 (depending on what state you are in), it’s safe to say on average most people pass this exam.

Is the Praxis Biology 5235 study guide test-aligned?

Yes! To create our study guide our curriculum team studies all of the standards and competencies for the Praxis®️ Biology: Content Knowledge (5235) exam and cross-references them with the current and previous questions released by the official testing company.

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