IanSebast Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Ds's test results are back. He was off the charts in LA, but average in math. I decided I wanted to change the math we'be been using -everyday mathematics 4th grade- for saxon, so I checked the placement test, and based on the results, he should go into the 76 math! We're not even finished with this year's math!!! I don't understand how he can test average on the Iowa test, but go up 2 grade levels in saxon :confused: Should we start at 7/6 like the results suggested? Dh believes he should start with 54. I'm thinking 65 would be a good compromise, what do you think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyChadwick Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 The type of questions asked my be different. My one kid tests rather average for math on speed, but is amazing at capabilities. Averaging the two leaves her barely above average. If you were present at the test, maybe you can try to understand what type of trouble your kid has? regardless, a compromise is generally best :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2smartones Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 I'd probably say 6/5, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obsidian Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Also, 6/5 is 5th grade math...generally people go by the lower number. So, he actually tested one grade ahead.:001_smile: I don't know exactly how he did on the test, but he might be able to go into 7/6. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abbeyej Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 76 is often used in *5th* grade classrooms. Your child is finishing 4th grade math. So starting with a 5th grade text seems about right to me. I'm *not* a fan of Saxon math, but I don't think placing him in 76 will be a problem. Their placement tests are usually pretty accurate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 Where was he in the 7/6 range? If he just squeaked in you may want to go with 6/5. If he almost made it to 8/7, then 7/6 would be a good choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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