WHAT SHOULD STUDENTS TAKE AFTER SAXON 8/7?

7th Grade & Under: 

• 6th Grader:  Math Placement for a Sixth Grader
   
• 7th Grader:  Is my 7th Grader ready for Algebra 1?

8th Grade & Above: 

Test Average of 80+ on the last 5 Tests and successfully completed the Facts Practice Tests as instructed.

• Your student is ready for Shormann Algebra 1 with Integrated Geometry. No placement test needed. 
• FAQ: Will Shormann Algebra 1 Be Too Hard for My Student?
• If your student did not complete the Facts Practices, see: Facts Drills

 Test Average of 70-79 on the last 5 Tests  

Option 1:  Re-take these Facts Practice Tests, study for and re-take Tests 18-23. Then if a 80 or higher is earned on the last test, take  Shormann Algebra 1 with Integrated Geometry 

Option 2:  Remediation Plan for Saxon 8/7
 

Option 3: Take Shormann Pre-Algebra

Test Average of Less than 70 on the last 5 Tests 

Option 1: Remediation Plan for Saxon 8/7
 

Option 2: Take Shormann Pre-Algebra 

FAQs

• My student did not successfully complete Math 8/7. Should he/she take Algebra ½?
   
• Why do you recommend Shormann instead of Saxon?
  Unlike Saxon, Shormann Algebra 1 & 2 teach all the concepts required to excel on the redesigned PSAT and SAT, and the ACT, while retaining the original John Saxon teaching methods of incremental development, continual review, and integrated geometry. Learn More: Why do you recommend Shormann instead of Saxon Math
   
• Which science course do you recommend?
  If your student takes Algebra 1, Dr. Shormann recommends DIVE Integrated Physics and Chemistry Self-Paced eCourse featuring video lessons, interactive assignments with auto-grading and grade recording, video solutions, and Q&A support. Learn More: Why should I take ICP before Biology?

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