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Area and Perimeter: Rectangles and Composite Shapes
Explains the difference between perimeter (distance around) and area (surface inside), the formulas for rectangles and squares, how to…
- Difficulty
- Level 2 · Standard
- Time
- 15 min
Worksheet5th GradeLevel 2 · Standard
Free 5th Grade Area and Perimeter Worksheet — Level 2
Perimeter and area of rectangles, squares, triangles and composite shapes. Expected-level practice for this grade. This 5th Grade worksheet has 10 questions and comes with a full answer sheet showing the working for every question.
Need more practice? Practice Set 2 · Practice Set 3 · Practice Set 4 — same skill, fresh questions, full answers.
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- Grade
- 5th Grade
- Subject
- Math
- Topic
- Area & Perimeter
- Difficulty
- Level 2 · Standard
- Estimated time
- 15 minutes
- Curriculum
- Texas grade levels (TEKS)
- Questions
- 10
- Answers
- Included, with working
- Format
- PDF (A4), print or complete online
Students will practice
- calculating perimeter
- calculating the area of rectangles
- finding the area of triangles and composite shapes
Curriculum: Texas grade levels (TEKS). We show specific outcome codes only where they have been verified against the official curriculum document.
What's next?
Completed: 5th Grade Area and Perimeter Worksheet — Level 2
How to use this worksheet
- Print the PDF or complete it on screen. Write the student's name and date at the top.
- Read the instructions for each part together before starting. Encourage working to be shown, not just answers.
- Mark with the answer sheet. Compare the method, not only the final answer, and give credit for correct working.
- Record the score, celebrate what went well, then follow the "What's next" suggestion.
Common questions
Who is this worksheet for?
5th Grade students (typically ages 10–11) working on area & perimeter. It is pitched at level 2 · standard; an easier version and a harder version are linked above.
Are the answers included?
Yes. The PDF includes a full answer sheet with the working for every question. You can also view the answers online.
How long does it take?
About 15 minutes for 10 questions. Short, regular sessions work best: two or three a week beats one long one.
Do I need to sign up to download?
No. Click Download Free PDF and it opens immediately. It is free for personal, classroom and homeschool use.
What should we do next?
Try 5th Grade Area and Perimeter Worksheet — Level 3.
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Success TutoringWorksheets5th Grade · Mathematics · Area & Perimeter5th Grade Area and Perimeter Worksheet — Level 2
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Write the formula, substitute, then calculate. Include units.
1.A rectangle is 15 mm long and 16 mm wide. Find its perimeter.
2.A rectangle is 30 cm long and 4 cm wide. Find its area.
3.A rectangle is 28 cm long and 3 cm wide. Find its perimeter.
4.A triangle has a base of 17 mm and a height of 15 mm. Find its area.
5.A triangle has a base of 15 cm and a height of 10 cm. Find its area.
6.A rectangle is 20 m long and 19 m wide. Find its perimeter.
7.A rectangle is 13 m long and 6 m wide. Find its area.
8.A rectangle is 23 mm long and 6 mm wide. Find its area.
9.A rectangle is 18 cm long and 14 cm wide. Find its perimeter.
10.A rectangle is 2 mm long and 7 mm wide. Find its area.
Preview — the PDF contains the full resource and answer sheet.
More 5th Grade area & perimeter resources
- Worksheet
5th Grade Area and Perimeter Worksheet — Level 1
Perimeter and area of rectangles, squares, triangles and composite shapes. Builds confidence with the core skill before adding complexity.…
- Difficulty
- Level 1 · Easier
- Time
- 15 min
- Questions
- 10 questions
- Answers
- Answers included
- Worksheet
5th Grade Area and Perimeter Worksheet — Level 3
Perimeter and area of rectangles, squares, triangles and composite shapes. A challenge set for students ready to stretch further. This 5th…
- Difficulty
- Level 3 · Challenge
- Time
- 15 min
- Questions
- 10 questions
- Answers
- Answers included
Area & Perimeter in other year levels
- 4th Grade Area and Perimeter Worksheet — Level 1
Worksheet · 4th Grade · Area & Perimeter · Level 1 · Easier
- 4th Grade Area and Perimeter Worksheet — Level 2
Worksheet · 4th Grade · Area & Perimeter · Level 2 · Standard
- 6th Grade Area and Perimeter Worksheet — Level 1
Worksheet · 6th Grade · Area & Perimeter · Level 1 · Easier
- 6th Grade Area and Perimeter Worksheet — Level 2
Worksheet · 6th Grade · Area & Perimeter · Level 2 · Standard
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- Success Tutoring Maths Team
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- Last reviewed
- 1 October 2026
- How it was made
- Generated by checked procedures
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