Sigma-T Maths

obi604

Hello

My son is in 4th class got a Sigma-T Maths score of 131, he got 130 last year

I know this is a high score, but are these tests a bit wishy washy

byhookorbycrook

I'm not sure what you mean by "wishy washy." The tests are based on extensive research. A gain or loss of single point, in particular at that level is not in any way significant.

obi604

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122299302#Comment_122299302

as in does it indicate that my lad is really really good at maths? (or are the test relatively easy)

byhookorbycrook

What class is he in ? The tests show how your child performed in the test , relative to their peers .

obi604

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122300287#Comment_122300287

he is in 4th class.

byhookorbycrook

Oops, missed that , sorry .In some standardised tests, once you get a high score , the results will show >128 , 130 etc. but don’t go any higher .

ottolwinner

your best to look at these in terms of the sten score and how it trends over their primary school development. They aren’t meant as a barometer or genius or not more to assist with school resource allocation to those that need it.

wirelessdude01

How did you end up with that number seeing as firstly you should only have been given a STen score and secondly that number for scoring purposes actugoes as far as 130?

obi604

it simply says the 131 number on his end of year school report.