TExES English Language Arts and Reading 7–12 (231)

The TExES English Language Arts and Reading 7–12 (231) is a Texas teacher certification exam for candidates preparing to teach English language arts and reading in secondary grades. It assesses the subject knowledge and instructional judgment needed to support students in grades 7–12; it is not a general college admissions test. Candidates should review the current Texas educator certification requirements and test framework, since eligibility and registration procedures depend on their certification route and may change.

The exam covers connected areas of secondary English language arts, including reading comprehension and adolescent literacy, literary analysis across genres, writing and language, oral communication, and instruction aligned with Texas standards. Candidates should be ready to apply concepts to classroom scenarios, not just recall terminology. Preparation is most effective when it follows the official framework, identifies weaker areas, and includes timed review of varied question types. Online multiple-choice practice can help build familiarity, but it should supplement—not replace—review of official materials.