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What’s on the Test?
First, let’s talk about the questions on the GACE Educational Leadership—Tier I (334) test. There are 93 questions in total, some being selected-response and others being constructed-response.
90 questions
Selected-response questions require you to select the correct answer from a list of options. Multiple-choice questions are the most common example, but you may also see true-or-false questions and “matching” questions, which ask you to match terms or concepts with their definitions.
Constructed-Response (CR)
3 questions
The constructed-response questions require you to write your answer instead of selecting from a list of choices. Your response to these questions is generally expected to be at least a few sentences, but you’ll be given specific details and instructions before you take the test.
Let’s take a closer look at each section of the exam:
1. Visionary, Collaborative, and Ethical Leadership
20% of the exam
- Developing, advocating for, and enacting a shared mission, vision, and statement of core values
- Mobilizing school and community resources
- Collaborating with stakeholders
- Interplay of the various contexts of education
- The legal dimensions of educational leadership
2. Student and Staff Learning
27% of the exam
- Developing a school environment that promotes equity and is culturally responsive
- Developing a community that promotes the academic success and well-being of students
- Building and supporting a professional community of staff
3. Systems and Resource Management
23% of the exam
- Organizational management and human resources management
- Operational and resource management
4. Planning Documents, Success for All Students, and Management Problem-Solving
30% of the exam
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 Evaluation Systems GACE account. This account will allow you to register for the exam and pay the testing fee(s). During the registration process, you’ll need to pay the $263 testing fee.
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How the Exam is Scored
The GACE Educational Leadership—Tier I 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.
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.
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 Educational Leadership—Tier I exam?
The exam contains 93 questions.
What is the time limit for the GACE Educational Leadership—Tier I exam?
The exam is timed at 3 hours and 45 minutes.
What is the passing score for the GACE Educational Leadership—Tier I exam?
You’ll need to get a final score of at least 250 to pass.
How much does the GACE Educational Leadership—Tier I exam cost?
The testing fee is $263.
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