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OAE · test 038

Reading (Subtests I & II) (038/039) (038)

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At a glance

Exam details

Format
Computer-based test (CBT) and online-proctored test Subtest I: 60 multiple-choice questions and 2 constructed-response assignments Subtest II: 60 multiple-choice questions and 2 constructed-response assignments (oh.nesinc.com)
Time
Computer-Based Testing You may take one or both subtests at one CBT appointment. CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement: 15–30 minutes Subtest I: 2 hours testing time Subtest II: 2 hours testing time Online Proctoring You may take only one subtest… (oh.nesinc.com)
Passing score
220 Reference Materials Provided for this Assessment Subtest II: This assessment includes written assignments that may require use of an on-screen character selector for inserting special characters into written responses. Assessment Fee Single subtest: $59 Subtests I & II: $109 (oh.nesinc.com)

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

What it covers

The program publishes 6 content areas with approximate weights (34%, 32%, 34%, 34%, 24%, 42%). See the official test framework.

Where it's used

State
Ohio