We ultimately chose EPGY over ALEKS, but I would recommend using the ALEKS test if you're in a big hurry. I was shocked to see that the assessment was dead-on with where I thought my son was when he took it a few weeks ago. (His certified teacher took a look at it and completely agreed.)
His district also uses a performance test through Scantron.com, but I'm not sure if individuals can sign up to use it. For the Math, they plugged in the grade level you're testing for, and it keeps progressively getting harder (above that grade level) or drops back, depending on the student's answers. Afterwards, it gives a detailed report of where the child is in terms of standards mastery for each subject, district and national place rankings, things to work on (if any), etc.
Last edited by gratefulmom; 08/31/10 07:09 AM.
