Gifted Issues Discussion homepage Forums Identification, Testing & Assessment Yet another WJ-III /SBV Scoring questions

Hi All,

I finally have standard scores from both tests DD 10 took 2 weeks back. I am awaiting a complete written report from the tester.

Here are the numbers. I do not know what they mean at this point

WJ Broad Reading 138
Broad Written Language 146
Broad Mathematics 155


FSIQ 130
NVIQ 126
VIQ 131
GT Index 133

FR 132
KN 120
QR 125
VS 135
WM 117

I think based on IQ, She doesnot qualify for DYS program.

1) Is it worth applying or do I wait and retake a different IQ test?

2) I checked with Davidson's and I was told its ok to apply with one test score, but, they need a portfolio of work samples, which I think I can manage (with some difficulty though )

We think the family consultant services DYS offers would be extremely valuable for us.

Are her WJ-III scores good to be considered? I am so new to all this and totally lost.

THnaks for any any pointers.
svmp

Dottie, Thanks for chiming in !

Thanks for remembering my other post !!! Actually, I had the scores for few days now .. but, was waiting for you to get back from vacation . You are called "resident scoring expert" for a reason.

Our Tester first used WISC, but then switched to SB5 after some "inconsistent" results. When I asked for standard scores, she only provided SB5.
I will ask her about WISC when I meet her for final report. But, she did say DD will not qualify on IQ scores. But, her Ach scores are extrememly strong for DYS consideration.

I am still in a limbo whether to have DD take IQ test again OR apply anyway, since DYS will consider Just achievement + Portfolio.

I may have more clarity when I get final report - but, wanted to run it by wonderful people on the forum anyway. Your advice and suggestions have always been valuable to us!

Thanks