Decoding English Language Proficiency Test Scores: PTE

This article will help decode scores for Pearson English Language (PTE) tests. This includes the PTE Academic, PTE Online, and PTE Academic UKVI (PTE UKVI) tests.

What is the PTE Test?

The PTE Academic exam measures your student’s English speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Testing of all these skills takes place in a single 2 hour session. The test is designed to mimic what your student will encounter in the real world as closely as possible.

Types of PTE Tests & Vouchers

Pearson offers five different PTE tests. Each test is unique, with different purposes, lengths, and test formats. This article will walk through the different English exams offered by Pearson and how to decide which of these tests your student should take.