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What’s on the Test?
The GACE Middle Grades Social Science test contains 80 multiple-choice questions and is timed at 2.5 hours.
Here’s a closer look at each section of the test:
1. The United States and Georgia
50% of the exam
- Fundamental concepts in US history up to 1860
- Fundamental concepts in US history from 1860 to present day
- Fundamental concepts in Georgia history
2. Government and Economics
20% of the exam
- How citizens participate in various political systems
- Who holds the power in various political systems
- The distribution of power in different governmental systems
- The four basic economic systems
- Basic economic concepts
3. World Regions
30% of the exam
- Historical, economic, civic, and geographic concepts in Australia, Canada, Latin America, and Europe
- Historical, economic, civic, and geographic concepts in Asia and Africa
How to Register
To get started with the registration process, you’ll need to create a MyPSC account on the GaPSC website. You should receive a Georgia Certification ID (GA CERT ID) during this process, which you’ll use for identification throughout the registration and testing process.
The next step is to create an ETS GACE testing account on the ETS website. This account will allow you to register for the exam and pay the $123 testing fee.
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How the Exam is Scored
The GACE Middle Grades Social Science test is scored using a scaled scoring method. Here’s how it works:
For every question you answer correctly, you get one point added to your raw score. At the end of the test, your final raw score will be converted to a scaled score. You’ll need a scaled score of at least 220 to pass the exam.
The reason your raw score is converted to a scaled score is because everyone that takes the test is given a slightly different set of questions. Since everyone has a different arrangement of questions, and because some questions are harder than others, converting your raw score to a scaled score ensures a more even playing field.
Passing Scores
There are two passing levels for this exam: induction and professional. Each level has its own minimum passing score requirements:
- Induction Level: 220-249
- Professional Level: 250
Retaking the Exam
If you don’t get the score you want on your first try, that’s okay! You can take the exam again after a mandatory 30-day waiting period.
FAQs
How many questions are on the GACE Middle Grades Social Science exam?
The exam contains 80 multiple-choice questions.
What is the time limit for the GACE Middle Grades Social Science exam?
The exam is timed at 2.5 hours.
What is the passing score for the GACE Middle Grades Social Science exam?
You’ll need to get a final scaled score of at least 220 to pass.
How much does the GACE Middle Grades Social Science exam cost?
The testing fee is $123.