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NES Elementary Education: Subtest II (103) Scoring Guide

NES Elementary Education: Subtest II (103) Scoring Guide

If you plan to teach elementary school, you may be required to pass pass the NES Elementary Education: Subtest II (103) test. With so much at stake, it’s crucial to understand the NES Elementary Education exam’s scoring system. If you know what it takes to pass, you’ll be able to prepare more effectively.

To give you a leg up, this article will cover all you need to know about NES Elementary Education: Subtest II (103) exam scoring.

Overview of the NES Elementary Education: Subtest II (103) Scoring Guide: 

The NES Elementary Education: Subtest II (103) exam covers the following content domains:

  1. Mathematics
  2. Science
  3. The Arts, Health, and Fitness

This exam consists of 75 multiple-choice questions and has a time limit of 1 hour and 45 minutes.

For more details on the structure of this test, take a look at our NES Elementary Education: Subtest II (103) exam overview.

How the Exam is Scored

The NES Elementary Education: Subtest II exam is scored by taking the sum of your correct answers and converting this into a scaled score that takes test difficulty into account.

There is no penalty for incorrect answers on this exam.

Passing Score

To pass the NES Elementary Education: Subtest II (103) exam, you must receive a scaled score of at least 220.

When Will You Get Your Score Report

If you test in person, preliminary results will be available immediately after you finish. Your official score report will be released within two weeks. Visit the NES website to learn the exact day you can expect your report.

Understanding Your Score Report

Your NES Elementary Education: Subtest II score report will show your pass status and and your total score on a scale of 100 to 300 (with 220 being the minimum score to pass).

The diagnostic report that follows reveals how you performed on each domain. If you did not pass the exam, you should find this information very helpful for future studying. By reviewing your performance within each subject area, you can identify the topics where you need the most work.

Retaking the Exam

If you don’t pass the NES Elementary Education exam on your first try, you are allowed to retake it as many times as you wish. However, you must wait 30 days between each attempt.

Conclusion:

NES Elementary Education (103) exam scores play a key role in becoming a teacher. Understanding how this test is scored and what is required to pass should help you prepare more effectively, maximizing your chances of success.

If you don’t pass the NES Elementary Ed: Subtest II exam on your first try, remember to take advantage of the detailed performance breakdown on your score report. It may provide helpful insights.

Even if your first try was unsuccessful, you should feel confident that you can pass the Elementary Education: Subtest II (103) exam. With diligent study and a clear understanding of the test, you’ll be well prepared for your next attempt.

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