SSA Practice Test 2026 — Free SSA Exam Prep Questions
The School Superintendent Assessment (SSA 6991) is the ETS licensure test some states require of candidates for district superintendent. Our practice uses district-level scenarios (board relations, strategic planning, budgets, policy and community leadership) across the six selected-response content categories, with an explanation for every answer choice.
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Facts last verified Oct 5, 2026. Source: sls.ets.org/school-superintendent-assessment-6991.html. Always confirm details with ETS before your exam.
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What the SSA covers
Every PrepBanq SSA test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Strategic LeadershipAbout 26 questions: district mission, vision and core values; strategic planning; data systems; managing change and improvement. | 16% | ~20 | 5 questions → |
Instructional LeadershipAbout 19 questions: coherent district curriculum and instruction, intervention systems, valid assessments and program evaluation. | 12% | ~15 | 4 questions → |
Climate and Culture LeadershipAbout 22 questions: equity and cultural responsiveness, workplace conditions for staff, and safe, supportive environments for students. | 14% | ~17 | 5 questions → |
Ethical and Policy LeadershipAbout 16 questions: ethical practice, policy and law, superintendent–board roles, board meetings and advocacy. | 10% | ~12 | 3 questions → |
Organizational LeadershipAbout 24 questions: staffing and professional capacity, evaluation and feedback, fiscal management, facilities and operations. | 15% | ~18 | 5 questions → |
Community LeadershipAbout 13 questions: family and community engagement, public relations and social media, partnerships and community resources. | 8% | ~10 | 3 questions → |
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SSA FAQ
How many questions are on the SSA?
The SSA has 123 questions and you have 3 hours to finish. Question types: 120 selected-response questions and 3 constructed-response questions (case study: Integrated Knowledge and Understanding).
How long is the SSA exam?
Testing time for the SSA is 3 hours.
What is the passing score for the SSA?
SSA passing standard: Set by each state or agency.
What is on the SSA?
The SSA covers Strategic Leadership (about 16%), Instructional Leadership (about 12%), Climate and Culture Leadership (about 14%), Ethical and Policy Leadership (about 10%), Organizational Leadership (about 15%), Community Leadership (about 8%).
Who administers the SSA?
The Praxis School Superintendent Assessment (SSA 6991) is administered by ETS. Delivery: Computer delivered at test centers or at home.
Is there a free SSA practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 3 free SSA practice tests with 25 exam-style questions in the real SSA formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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