If I am calculating it correctly, his GAI would be 155, so most definitely that one is not BARELY there.
Since that one is very strong, I would look into complementing the application with some portfolio items. Does he have a particular strength? Look at the portfolio ideas. I would definitely give it a try.
One more thing. What is the breakdown of his other achievement scores? There are some that speak more of higher order thinking skills than others.
Skylesmommy. While it is true that you only need one part of the achievement be >145, basic reading is not one of those.
