NYSTCE · test 221
Multi-Subject: Teachers of Childhood (Grade 1–Grade 6) (221/222/245) (221)
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At a glance
Exam details
- Format
- Computer-based test (CBT) Part One: Literacy and English Language Arts (221): 40 selected-response items and 1 constructed-response item Part Two: Mathematics (222): 40 selected-response items and 1 constructed-response item Part Three: Arts and Sciences (245): 40 selected-response items (nystce.nesinc.com)
- Time
- CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement: 15 minutes Part One: 2 hours testing time Part Two: 2 hours, 15 minutes testing time Part Three: 1 hour testing time Parts One, Two, and Three taken together: 5 hours, 30 minutes (includes a… (nystce.nesinc.com)
- Passing score
- 520 for each part; you must take and pass all three parts to qualify for certification in this field (nystce.nesinc.com)
- Fee
- Part One: $59 Part Two: $59 Part Three: $43 Total if all three parts are taken together at one administration: $161 (nystce.nesinc.com)
Details checked against official sources since 2026-11-09.
What it covers
The program publishes 4 content areas with approximate weights (30%, 5%, 30%, 40%). See the official test framework.
Where it's used
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| New York |