Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test (IAAT)

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Fairfax County Public Schools students who access a Sixth Grade Advanced Math curriculum take the Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test (IAAT) in the January through March timeframe. Results from this assessment are used as one component of the course placement process for Algebra 1 Honors in Grade 7.

IAAT Parent/Guardian Notification and Opt-Out Form

NOTIFICATION OF TESTING AND OPT-OUT FORM

IOWA ALGEBRA APTITUDE TEST (IAAT)

Dear Parents/Guardians:

All students who are enrolled in the Advanced Mathematics Grade 6 course are eligible for screening for placement in Algebra I Honors in grade 7. Your child is among a small number of students who is currently enrolled in Advanced Mathematics Grade 6 and eligible for screening for potential placement in Algebra I Honors next year.

To qualify for this placement, students must first demonstrate readiness for formal abstract thinking as evidenced by a score at the 91st percentile or above on the Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test (IAAT). In addition to readiness for abstract thinking, students must show mastery of middle school mathematics as evidenced by a score of 500 or above on the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 7 mathematics test at the end of grade 6. Over the summer, middle schools will use the data from these two assessments (IAAT and SOL) to place your student in the appropriate course.

Algebra 1 Honors is a rigorous course that carries high school credit and is calculated into the student's grade point average. A desire to take Algebra 1 Honors in grade 7 implies a desire to take five additional years of mathematics through high school, including college-level courses. An advanced level alternative to Algebra 1 Honors in grade 7 is Mathematics 7 Honors. It is not necessary for students to take the IAAT in order to enroll in Mathematics 7 Honors.

If you do not want your child to potentially take Algebra 1 Honors in grade 7 and would like to opt out from participating in this screening assessment for potential placement in Algebra 1 Honors in grade 7, please sign this letter and ensure that it is returned to the elementary school no later than _____________.  The IAAT will be administered from ___________ to _____________.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact ___________________.

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IAAT OPT-OUT REQUEST FORM

Complete this form only if you wish to opt-out of the Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test (IAAT). 

Return this form to your child’s teacher or the school test coordinator before the testing dates above.

      Student Name _________________________________  

I do not want my child to be tested for potential placement in Algebra I Honors in grade 7.

Parent/Guardian Name (Printed) _______________

Parent/Guardian Signature _______________  Date____________

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IAAT results are available in April. The webpages linked below provide additional information on understanding IAAT results communication from schools. Links will be updated as decisions about 2021-22 course placements are finalized. 

IAAT Results Letter for Students Scoring At the 91st Percentile or Higher

RESULTS LETTER - AT 91ST PERCENTILE OR HIGHER

IOWA ALGEBRA APTITUDE TEST (IAAT)

Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s) of ___________:

Earlier this year your child took the Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test (IAAT). This was the first step in the screening process for placement in Algebra 1 Honors in the following academic year. A student must score at or above the 91st percentile to continue in the screening process. I am writing to inform you that your child scored at the _____ percentile on this test.

The next step towards Algebra 1 Honors placement for the following year will be to take the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 7 Mathematics test in the spring of this year. A student must show mastery of middle school mathematics as evidenced by a score of 500 or above on the SOL Grade 7 Mathematics test at the end of this academic year in order to be enrolled in Algebra 1 Honors for next year.

During the summer, middle school staff will use the IAAT and SOL scores to make the appropriate mathematics placement. If your child meets the criteria for both assessments, they will be placed in Algebra 1 Honors. If your child only meets one of the criteria, they will be placed in Mathematics 7 Honors. If your child qualifies for Algebra 1 Honors but you would prefer a Mathematics 7 Honors placement, please notify the middle school about your preference over the summer.

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IAAT Results Letter for Students Scoring Below the 91st Percentile 

RESULTS LETTER - BELOW 91ST PERCENTILE

IOWA ALGEBRA APTITUDE TEST (IAAT)

Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s) of ___________:

Earlier this year your child took the Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test (IAAT). This was the first step in the screening process for placement in Algebra 1 Honors in the following academic year. A student must score at or above the 91st percentile to continue in the screening process. I am writing to inform you that your child scored at the _____ percentile on this test.

Your child will continue in their advanced mathematics coursework this year and take the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 7 Mathematics test in the spring. This will serve as excellent preparation for Mathematics 7 Honors in grade 7 and Algebra 1 Honors in grade 8.

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