SLLA Practice Test 2026 — Free SLLA Exam Prep Questions
The School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA 6990) is the ETS licensure test many states require of aspiring principals and assistant principals. Our practice uses building-level scenarios across the six selected-response content categories, aligned with the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL), and explains every answer choice.
A local reporter calls the principal for comment about a fight at school that resulted in a student being taken to the hospital. What is the principal's most appropriate response?
SLLA format, scoring & key facts
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When can you take the SLLA?
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What the SLLA covers
Every PrepBanq SLLA test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Strategic LeadershipAbout 20 questions: mission, vision, goals and core values; shared commitments; data-driven continuous improvement and change. | 13% | ~16 | 4 questions → |
Instructional LeadershipAbout 27 questions: professional development and capacity building, rigorous curriculum and instruction, assessment and accountability. | 17% | ~21 | 6 questions → |
Climate and Cultural LeadershipAbout 22 questions: a community of care for teachers and students, equity and cultural responsiveness, positive student conduct. | 13% | ~16 | 5 questions → |
Ethical LeadershipAbout 19 questions: ethical and legal behavior, confidentiality, transparent decision making, moral direction for the school. | 12% | ~15 | 4 questions → |
Organizational LeadershipAbout 16 questions: operations, safety and compliance, technology, and aligning fiscal and human resources with student needs. | 10% | ~12 | 3 questions → |
Community Engagement LeadershipAbout 16 questions: collaborating with families, responding to community interests, media relations and community resources. | 10% | ~12 | 3 questions → |
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SLLA FAQ
How many questions are on the SLLA?
The SLLA has 124 questions and you have 4 hours to finish. Question types: Section I: 120 selected-response questions (165 minutes). Section II: 4 constructed-response questions (75 minutes) based on scenarios and document sets.
How long is the SLLA exam?
Testing time for the SLLA is 4 hours.
What is the passing score for the SLLA?
SLLA passing standard: Set by each state or agency.
What is on the SLLA?
The SLLA covers Strategic Leadership (about 13%), Instructional Leadership (about 17%), Climate and Cultural Leadership (about 13%), Ethical Leadership (about 12%), Organizational Leadership (about 10%), Community Engagement Leadership (about 10%).
Who administers the SLLA?
The Praxis School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA 6990) is administered by ETS. Delivery: Computer delivered at test centers or at home.
Is there a free SLLA practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 3 free SLLA practice tests with 25 exam-style questions in the real SLLA formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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