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ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) is a standardized test used by many private and independent schools (mainly in the U.S.) to evaluate students for admission.
*Helps schools assess a student’s academic readiness.
*Provides a standardized comparison between applicants from different backgrounds.
*Used for grades 2-12, depending on the test level.
Master the ISEE with expert guidance!
- ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) is a standardized test used by many private and independent schools (mainly in the U.S.) to evaluate students for admission.
- Helps schools assess a student's academic readiness.
- Provides a standardized comparison between applicants from different backgrounds.
- Used for grades 2-12, depending on the test level.
Levels of the ISEE
Primary Level
For students entering grades 2-4
Sections of ISEE Primary Level:
Auditory Comprehension – Students listen to a passage and answer questions.
Reading – Basic comprehension and vocabulary
Mathematics – Basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, and number sense.
Writing Sample – A short picture-based writing prompt (not scored but reviewed by schools)
Lower Level
For students entering grades 5-6
Sections of ISEE Lower Level:
Verbal Reasoning – Synonyms and sentence completions (test vocabulary and reasoning)
Quantitative Reasoning – Word problems and basic math logic (not just computation)
Reading Comprehension – Passages followed by multiple-choice questions
Math Achievement – More direct math problems (e.g. arithmetic, basic geometry)
Essay – One writing prompt (not scored but reviewed by schools)
Middle Level
For students entering grades 7-8
Sections of ISEE Middle Level:
Verbal Reasoning – Vocabulary and reasoning with words
Quantitative Reasoning – Math concepts and problem solving
Reading Comprehension – Understanding and interpreting passages
Mathematics Achievement – Grade-level math skills
Essay – A short personal writing sample (not scored but sent to schools)
Upper Level
For students entering 9-12
Sections of ISEE Upper Level:
Verbal Reasoning – Vocabulary and reasoning with words
Quantitative Reasoning – Math concepts and problem solving
Reading Comprehension – Understanding and interpreting passages
Mathematics Achievement – Grade-level math skills
Essay – A short personal writing sample (not scored but sent to schools)
Why it matters:
*A strong ISEE score can strengthen a student’s application to competitive private schools.
*It gives insight into areas where a student might need tutoring or improvement.
