MTEL · test 895

WEST–B: Reading, Writing (895/896): WEST–B® (for testing through 7/5/2026) (895)

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Exam details

Format: Online-proctored test Reading: 60 multiple-choice questions Writing: 50 multiple-choice and 2 constructed-response questions (mtel.nesinc.com)
Time: Tutorial and nondisclosure agreement: 15 minutes Reading: 2 hours testing time Writing: 3 hours testing time Subtests are administered in separate testing sessions; therefore, candidates must register for each subtest separately. (mtel.nesinc.com)
Passing score: 240 Reference Materials Provided for this Test None (mtel.nesinc.com)
Fee: Reading: $32 Writing: $32 Candidates must register and pay for each subtest separately. (mtel.nesinc.com)

Details checked against official sources since 2026-11-09.

State
Massachusetts