i-Ready
by Curriculum Associates
This norm-referenced standardized assessment is approved for homeschool students' testing requirement on the FTC-PEP Scholarship!
Parents proctor their child's test at home!
Approved for the Personalized Education Program
PEP Scholarship Year-End Assessment Test
i-Ready Diagnostic Test
The i-Ready Diagnostic test is a computer adaptive assessment designed to provide parents with actionable insight into student needs. The assessment is untimed, which means students are able to spend as long as they need on each question, and time spent taking the assessment does not impact their score. Even though untimed, the average duration of the i-Ready Diagnostic Test is about 30-45 minutes per subject--reading + math. (This does not include time taken for breaks.)
Take a tour of the i-Ready Diagnostic!
Estimated Total Active Testing Time by Grade Level Per Subject:
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K - 1st Grade
20-35 minutes
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2nd - 5th Grade
30-45 minutes
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6th - 12th Grade
45+ minutes
This test is untimed and can be completed over several days, if desired. We recommend allowing your child to take breaks every 15-20 minutes, or as needed. There is a convenient option to stop and save so that your child can take breaks and continue where they left off. We want your child to have a stress-free testing experience so that their results are as accurate as possible. If you have a child with special needs or a child who needs testing accommodations, please contact us for more assistance.
*Actual amount of questions and testing time will vary for each student. It is recommended to stop/save to take breaks every 15-20 minutes.
How It Works
This test is an untimed, computer-adaptive diagnostic test designed to assess your child’s academic abilities. Unlike traditional exams, it doesn’t have a simple pass or fail outcome. Instead, it uses a sophisticated algorithm to adjust the difficulty of each question based on your child's answers, creating a personalized assessment experience. When a question is answered correctly, the next one becomes more challenging. If answered incorrectly, the difficulty level decreases. This adaptive process continues throughout the test to provide a clear picture of your child’s strengths and areas for growth, based on grade-level state and national standards.
It’s completely normal for your child to answer roughly half of the questions correctly and half incorrectly. Please reassure them that this is part of the process and encourage them to stay calm, as the test is designed to challenge their knowledge. Understanding how the test works will help them stay focused and not get discouraged by difficult questions.
After completing the test, you’ll receive valuable data that provides a detailed overview of your child’s academic performance. This information will highlight areas where they excel and identify what they still need to learn, offering a roadmap for future academic growth—both at their current grade level and beyond.
To help your child stay focused, we recommend they take short breaks every 15–20 minutes by saving their progress, or as needed.
Watch this video to learn more about the i-Ready online assessment and learning path:
When should my child take this test?
We recommend having your child take this test 3 times throughout the school year—at the beginning, middle, and end. This will allow you to track their growth and progress, ensuring they stay on track and meet their academic goals for the year.
How soon can I receive my child's test results?
After your child completes a subject's test, their numerical score will be available immediately in their student account. Once all subjects of the i-Ready diagnostic test are completed, please contact us to request your child's "official" test report. This report includes detailed information beyond the numerical scores and is required for the Step Up For Students PEP scholarship testing at the end of the school year. We're happy to email this test report directly to you.
Rush Testing Setup - Guaranteed in 24 Hours
Need your child's test set up urgently? We offer a rush testing setup service for $50, ensuring that your child's testing account is ready within 24 hours or less. Once the test is completed, contact us and we'll promptly email you the official test results.
Please note: If you are requesting rush service on a Friday through Sunday, or near holidays, please reach out to confirm availability before proceeding with payment, as there may be times when rush service is not offered. Normal processing time is about 3-5 business days, depending on order volumes.
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We recommend that your child take this test
3 times during the school year.
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Beginning
Provide an opportunity for your child to get "practice" if they are new to the testing experience, establish a baseline, and identify key needs and goals for the year.
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Middle
Conduct a progress check
mid-year to assess current performance and make any necessary adjustments.
(Students using the add-on Learning Path, will have updated lessons after each test.)
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End
Administer a final test at the end of the school year to measure year-long growth, using evidence-based methods. The test results from this test should be used for your child's PEP scholarship testing requirement.
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How to Access i-Ready Diagnostic Test
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Make Payment:
Option 1: Pay online during the checkout process.
Option 2: Pay directly from your child's PEP scholarship funds. Click Here for instructions.
STEP
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Login:
After your order and payment has been received, you will receive an email within 3-5 business days with testing instructions and your child's login info. Please contact us if you need rush service for your order.