EVAN SAYS:
“The Middle Level test is 90% similar to the Upper Level, which is why some books blend the prep together. The test is worthwhile because it ensures that they know their basics for middle and high school.
A kink to the ISEE overall is how you are evaluated via stanine scoring, meaning each section you score in the 1-9 range, which is derived from an arbitrary three-digit score, based on your percentile compared to all the other test takers. Don't worry, I'm confused too."
MATERIALS ADVICE:
“Christa Abbott's 'Success' books on all levels of the ISEE test are a revelation, mixing each test concept with realistic sample questions as well as separate sections for proven test strategies. I even use her books on students not taking the ISEE, but whom I want to make sure did not miss a basic concept in school. The Tutorverse book is good for students who crave tons of practice questions, because the ERB, the writers of the ISEE, rarely release official material. The Princeton Review is a very established brand and they have a good understanding of the test as well.”
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ABOUT THE TEST
Sections:
Verbal Reasoning (40 Questions / 20 Minutes)
Quantitative Reasoning (37 Questions / 35 Minutes)
Reading Comprehension (36 Questions / 35 Minutes)
Mathematics Achievement (47 Questions / 40 Minutes)
Essay (30 Minutes)
Frequency: Throughout the year, but most take it in the late fall / early winter. You can take it multiple times in other seasons, but most students take it once.