Math Placement for a Gifted Math Student in Sixth Grade

HAS THE STUDENT COMPLETED PRE-ALGEBRA?

• YES: Successfully Completed Pre-Algebra:
  These students may be ready for Shormann Algebra 1 with Integrated Geometry To be sure, take this test: Placement Test
  
   

• NO: Has NOT Completed Pre-Algebra:
  Gifted students can try to move ahead one grade level by taking the placement test linked below or they can stay on grade level.  While we don't recommend pushing students, the advantage to moving ahead one grade level is the student can take both the AP Calculus AB & BC exams by the end of 11th grade and submit their scores with their college admissions and scholarship applications. 

  A passing score on these exams can significantly boost these applications in the selection process. Students who stay on grade level can only take the AP Calculus AB exam by the end of 11th grade and submit their scores with their applications which can also boost them, but not quite as much. AP Exams
  
   

  • Option 1:  Move Up One Level:  Shormann Pre-Algebra (7th Grade Math)
    Gifted students who pass this test can move ahead one grade level: Placement Test for Pre-Algebra
    
       FAQ: If Pre-Algebra is taken in 6th grade, what is taken in 12th grade?
     
  • Option 2 Stay On Level: Saxon 7/6 + DIVE Video Lessons (6th Grade Math)
    This is our standard recommendation for 6th graders. No placement test recommended.*
     

*Saxon & Shormann Math placement in Kindergarten through Pre-Algebra is based primarily on developmental readiness (grade level). The first 25  lessons in each level review the prerequisite concepts needed for success in the course, so placement tests can sometimes place students lower than necessary. 

For this reason, only gifted math students who may be ready to advance one level should take the placement test. Students who are reluctant, struggle with math, or have gaps in their understanding are generally more successful starting one grade level lower. 

However, if you would like to give a placement test, see: Saxon 7/6 Placement Test
 

Need Help?  Contact a Placement Consultant