What's the actual passing score for PHR? Getting conflicting info

ExamWeekSurvivorOP

February 7, 2026

Been searching for the PHR passing score and I keep seeing different numbers. Some say 70%, others say 75%, and the official website isn't super clear.

I've been working through "phr certification" searches online and the passing requirement seems to vary by state or version? Or am I overthinking this?

My practice test scores are hovering around 66%. Should I be aiming higher before I schedule my actual exam?

Also I noticed on phr.v — are the practice questions usually harder or easier than the real thing? Trying to calibrate how ready I actually am.

Any recent test takers who can share what the real cutoff is?

TookItTwice

February 8, 2026

Went through this exact question when I was prepping. The PHR material on "phr certification" is actually not as bad as it looks — once it clicks it clicks.

What helped me was finding one resource that explained it from first principles instead of just giving me the "right answer." Made a huge difference on the scenario-based questions.

Also: don't underestimate the importance of reviewing your wrong answers more than your right ones. I learned more from 20 wrong answers than 200 correct ones.

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