FTCE Mathematics 6-12
FTCE Mathematics 6–12
More study resources
Cheat sheet
Keep the key ideas within reach.
ExploreKey terms
Get comfortable with the vocabulary.
ExploreStudy plan
Give each week a clear focus.
ExploreCommon mistakes
Understand the traps and how to avoid them.
ExploreCase studies
Put your knowledge to work in context.
ExploreExam-day guide
Prepare for the day ahead.
ExploreAbout this exam
The FTCE Mathematics 6–12 examination, identified in the Florida test catalog as Mathematics 6–12 (026), is one of the subject-area certification tests in the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations program. It is intended for candidates seeking certification to teach mathematics at the secondary level in Florida public schools, and it is one of many tests listed alongside Middle Grades Mathematics 5–9 (025), Elementary Education K–6 (060), and other subject fields in the FTCE/FELE catalog. The test is organized around the major strands of the secondary mathematics curriculum, from number sense and algebraic reasoning through functions, geometry and measurement, trigonometry, statistics and probability, and topics in calculus and discrete mathematics. Because the test information guides for Mathematics 6–12 were updated to align to Florida's B.E.S.T. Standards, candidates should confirm which version of the test they are preparing for before registering. Preparation typically combines a review of core coursework, worked practice problems across every strand, and timed practice under test-like conditions, with extra attention to the areas where your content background is thinnest. Always verify registration, scheduling, and scoring details directly with the official FTCE/FELE program website.
What you'll study
About FTCE Mathematics 6-12 preparation
Which test code should I register for?
The mathematics test for grades 6–12 appears in the official test list as Mathematics 6–12 (026). Note that Middle Grades Mathematics 5–9 (025) is a separate test with a different code and a different scope, so confirm which one your certification requirements call for before you register.
What does the exam cover?
The Mathematics 6–12 test spans the secondary mathematics curriculum: number sense and operations, algebraic thinking, functions and their graphs, geometry and measurement, trigonometry, statistics and probability, and calculus and discrete mathematics. Expect a broad survey rather than deep specialization in any single area.
Was the test recently revised?
Yes. The official site announced that test information guides for the Mathematics 6–12 and Middle Grades Mathematics 5–9 tests, updated to align to the B.E.S.T. Standards, are now available, and that updated tests would be administered beginning 1/1/24. Confirm you are studying the current guide for your test date.
How long is the test and how many questions are there?
Those details are published in the official test information guide for Mathematics 6–12, not in the general program pages. Download the current guide from the FTCE/FELE website and read the test format section before you build a study schedule, since the guide aligned to the B.E.S.T. Standards is the authoritative source.
What score do I need to pass?
Passing standards and score reporting details are set by the Florida program and published in official materials rather than in the general test catalog. Check the current test information guide and the scores section of the official FTCE/FELE site for the passing requirement that applies to your test date.
How do I register, and what does it cost?
Registration is handled through the official FTCE/FELE website, where you create an account, select your test, and choose an appointment. Fees and scheduling policies are published there and can change, so verify the current amount and any fee waiver options on the official site rather than relying on secondhand information.
Can I retake the exam if I do not pass?
Retake rules, waiting periods, and any registration restrictions are governed by Florida program policy and posted on the official FTCE/FELE site. Review the policies section before rescheduling, and use your score report to identify which content areas to rebuild before your next attempt.
What is the best order to study?
Start with the domain you are least confident in, since a broad test punishes weak strands more than it rewards strength in one. Cycle through all domains weekly, work mixed problem sets rather than single-topic blocks, and finish with full-length timed practice so pacing problems surface before test day.
Why do candidates typically fall short?
The most common causes are uneven content coverage, weak recall of trigonometry and calculus procedures, and slow computation under time pressure. Another frequent problem is studying from outdated materials that predate the B.E.S.T. Standards alignment. Verify your resources against the current official guide before investing hours in them.
How should I prepare for the exam?
Work from the current official test information guide to map the content, then review each domain with worked examples and independent practice. Use timed mixed sets to build pacing, keep an error log of missed concepts, and revisit those concepts weekly. Treat the official guide, not third-party summaries, as the final authority on what is tested.