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ParaPathways (5757; subtests Reading & Writing 5758, Mathematics 5759) and the ParaPro Assessment (1755) study guide

ParaPathways (5757; subtests Reading & Writing 5758, Mathematics 5759) and the ParaPro Assessment (1755), administered by ETS, is mapped here as 4 topic areas; the heaviest are Reading 5758 (34%), Writing 5758 (24%) and Mathematics 5759 - Numbers and Operations (20.5%).

About this course: First things first: which test does your state accept? Some states use the new ParaPathways test. Some still use ParaPro. We show you in one minute. Then we get you ready in plain English — every math step shown, every term explained. There are no free retakes on these tests, so we prepare you to pass the first time.

ParaPathways (5757; subtests Reading & Writing 5758, Mathematics 5759) and the ParaPro Assessment (1755) at a glance

Questions
87
Time allowed
ParaPathways combined 2h 25min (5758 = 85 min, 5759 = 60 min, separately timed)
Passing standard
Passing requirements are set by the state or local education agency
Format
computer-delivered. 5758 = selected-response incl. multiple-select and error-identification (single + multiple-select, error-identification-in-sentence)
Standard / edition
current ParaPathways 5757/5758/5759 (first operational Sep 2025) + current 1755
Administered by
ETS

Source: current ParaPathways 5757/5758/5759 (first operational Sep 2025) + current 1755, ETS. Confirm current details with the exam owner before you book.

Topic areas and weights

Topic areaWeightConceptsGuide
Mathematics 5759 - Numbers and Operations20.5%2Section below
Mathematics 5759 - Geometry, Measurement & Data Analysis20.5%2Section below
Reading 575834%1Section below
Writing 575824%0Section below

Study plan in this course

  1. Integers and Fractions — the arithmetic base — 5 cards · free
  2. Percent and Place Value — read the number correctly — 5 cards · free
  3. Order of Operations and Equations — the exam rules — 6 cards · free
  4. Shapes and Measurement — around, inside, and between — 7 cards · full course
  5. Data, Coordinates, and Your Role — reading the numbers — 6 cards · full course
  6. Main Idea and Vocabulary — read for the big picture — 5 cards · full course
  7. Fluency and Inference — hearing it right, reading between the lines — 5 cards · full course
  8. Text Structure and Reading Data — how the ideas connect — 4 cards · full course
  9. Phonics and Decoding — sounding words out — 8 cards · full course
  10. Writing Conventions — finding the error — 6 cards · full course
  11. Clear Writing and Revision — building strong sentences — 6 cards · full course
  12. Sources and Evidence — writing with support — 7 cards · full course
  13. Which Test, and What It Costs You — 8 cards · full course
  14. State Rules and Fees (Dynamic) — What Changes, and How to Stay Current — 8 cards · full course

Mathematics 5759 - Numbers and Operations

Mathematics 5759 - Numbers and Operations carries 20.5% of the ParaPathways (5757; subtests Reading & Writing 5758, Mathematics 5759) and the ParaPro Assessment (1755) blueprint used in this course, the third-largest of its 4 weighted areas. It spans 2 concepts. The course teaches it in 3 study units: Integers and Fractions — the arithmetic base, Percent and Place Value — read the number correctly and Order of Operations and Equations — the exam rules.

What Mathematics 5759 - Numbers and Operations covers

  • Percent means per hundred: 25% = 25/100 = 1/4 = 0.25. — PP-SC 5759 I.A.4 + discussion questions
  • Solve one-variable linear equations by undoing operations in reverse: undo add/subtract FIRST, then multiply/divide. — PP-SC 5759 I.A.10 + sample Q4

Official references for Mathematics 5759 - Numbers and Operations

  • PP-SC 5759 Content Topics I.A.1
  • PP-SC 5759 I.A.2 + discussion questions
  • PP-SC 5759 sample Q3 shape
  • PP-SC 5759 I.A.2
  • PP-SC 5759 I.A.3 + sample Q6 logic
  • PP-SC 5759 I.A.4 + discussion questions
  • PP-SC 5759 I.A.4
  • PP-SC 5759 I.A.5
  • PP-SC 5759 I.A.6
  • PP-SC 5759 I.A.7 + discussion questions
  • PP-SC 5759 I.A.8 + sample Q1 shape
  • PP-SC 5759 I.A.9 + sample Q2 shape

In the app this area comes with 16 memory cards and 16 module-quiz questions and is part of the free starting modules.

Mathematics 5759 - Geometry, Measurement & Data Analysis

Mathematics 5759 - Geometry, Measurement & Data Analysis carries 20.5% of the ParaPathways (5757; subtests Reading & Writing 5758, Mathematics 5759) and the ParaPro Assessment (1755) blueprint used in this course, the 4th-largest of its 4 weighted areas. It spans 2 concepts. The course teaches it in 2 study units: Shapes and Measurement — around, inside, and between and Data, Coordinates, and Your Role — reading the numbers.

What Mathematics 5759 - Geometry, Measurement & Data Analysis covers

  • Estimation as a classroom-support skill: round first, then multiply. — PP-SC 5759 sample Q6 shape
  • Two-variable displays: bar charts, line graphs, circle graphs, pictographs. — PP-SC 5759 II.B.2 + sample Q9 shape

Official references for Mathematics 5759 - Geometry, Measurement & Data Analysis

  • PP-SC 5759 II.A.5/II.A.7 + discussion questions + sample Q7 shape
  • PP-SC 5759 sample Q5 shape
  • PP-SC 5759 II.A.5
  • PP-SC 5759 II.A.4
  • PP-SC 5759 II.A.3 + discussion questions
  • PP-SC 5759 II.A.1/II.A.2
  • PP-SC 5759 sample Q6 shape
  • PP-SC 5759 II.A.6 + discussion questions
  • PP-SC 5759 II.A.7
  • PP-SC 5759 II.B.1
  • PP-SC 5759 II.B.2 + sample Q9 shape
  • PP-SC 5759 II.B.3 + sample Q8 + discussion questions

In the app this area comes with 13 memory cards and 13 module-quiz questions in the full course.

Reading 5758

Reading 5758 carries 34% of the ParaPathways (5757; subtests Reading & Writing 5758, Mathematics 5759) and the ParaPro Assessment (1755) blueprint used in this course, the largest of its 4 weighted areas. It spans 1 concept. The course teaches it in 4 study units: Main Idea and Vocabulary — read for the big picture, Fluency and Inference — hearing it right, reading between the lines, Text Structure and Reading Data — how the ideas connect and Phonics and Decoding — sounding words out.

What Reading 5758 covers

  • Phonemic awareness (NEW ParaPathways topic): spoken words are made of sounds (phonemes — PP-SC 5758 I.A.10

Official references for Reading 5758

  • PP-SC 5758 Content Topics I.A.1
  • PP-SC 5758 sample Q4 shape + I.A.9
  • PP-SC 5758 I.A.2
  • PP-SC 5758 I.A.2 + sample Q10 shape
  • PP-SC 5758 I.A.3
  • PP-SC 5758 sample Q1 + I.A.3
  • PP-SC 5758 I.A.4 + sample Q6
  • PP-SC 5758 I.A.5 + sample Q7 shape
  • PP-SC 5758 I.A.6
  • PP-SC 5758 I.A.7
  • PP-SC 5758 I.A.8 + sample Q2
  • PP-SC 5758 I.A.9

In the app this area comes with 22 memory cards and 22 module-quiz questions in the full course.

Writing 5758

Writing 5758 carries 24% of the ParaPathways (5757; subtests Reading & Writing 5758, Mathematics 5759) and the ParaPro Assessment (1755) blueprint used in this course, the second-largest of its 4 weighted areas. The course teaches it in 3 study units: Writing Conventions — finding the error, Clear Writing and Revision — building strong sentences and Sources and Evidence — writing with support.

Official references for Writing 5758

  • PP-SC 5758 II.A.1 + p.5 + sample Q9 format
  • PP-SC 5758 II.A.1
  • PP-SC 5758 sample Q9 shape + II.A.1
  • PP-SC 5758 II.A.1 + Writing discussion questions
  • PP-SC 5758 II.A.2
  • PP-SC 5758 sample Q11 shape + II.A.2
  • PP-SC 5758 sample Q12 shape + II.A.3
  • PP-SC 5758 II.A.3 + Writing discussion questions
  • derived from PP-SC 5758 sample framing + II.A.3
  • PP-SC 5758 II.A.4 + sample Q8
  • PP-SC 5758 II.A.5 + Writing discussion questions
  • PP-SC 5758 II.A.6 + sample Q13

In the app this area comes with 19 memory cards and 19 module-quiz questions in the full course.

Official references

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