Math Diagnostic Test
The following diagnostic tests are designed for students ages 10–13 to help identify learning gaps and strengths.
Typical Pass Rates
10 years old: 45%
11 years old: 50–55%
12 years old: 55–65%
Stanine Placement for Students Experiencing
Difficulty
Age 10 → Stanine 3 (below 23%)
Age 11 → Stanine 4 (below 34%)
Age 12 → Stanine 5 (below 45%)
Age 13 → Stanine 6 (below 56%)
Stanine Performance Levels
| 1 1–11% |
2 12–22% |
3 23–33% |
4 34–44% |
5 45–55% |
6 56–66% |
7 67–77% |
8 78–88% |
9 89–99% |
🔴 Stanines
1–3: Significant gaps — targeted
intervention needed
🟠Stanine 4: Below expected — skill reinforcement recommended
🟡 Stanine 5: On level — continue grade-level instruction
🟢 Stanine 6: Above level — light enrichment beneficial
🟢🟢 Stanines 7–9: Strong performance — enrichment/extension work
🟠Stanine 4: Below expected — skill reinforcement recommended
🟡 Stanine 5: On level — continue grade-level instruction
🟢 Stanine 6: Above level — light enrichment beneficial
🟢🟢 Stanines 7–9: Strong performance — enrichment/extension work
Testing Procedure
Each test lasts a maximum of 40 minutes. Students should have paper and pencil ready. After completion, calculate the percentage score and match it to the stanine table above.
Follow-Up
Print completed tests and focus instruction on skill gaps. Targeted practice activities can significantly improve student performance.