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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]3 is a passing/proficient score, and the score that most proficient kids get.  4s are pretty rare but do happen-- but not all above-average kids get 4s and it's not concerning not to get one even if you have a very smart kid.  1s are way behind.  2 is really the main score you would want more context on-- if they just barely missed a 3 it's probably no big deal, whereas if they're close to a 1 it would be something to look into more.

I believe the cut score between 2 and 3 is always 750 no matter the year or test, although I could be wrong.[/quote]

So if a kid gets 4's on both, with scores near the top of the 850 range, would you take that as they might be positioned to skip a grade? [/quote]

No. It shows mastery of grade-level content but does not, in and of itself, suggest a child is academically ready for the next grade.

My child (current MSer) has high 4s across the board, which is a reflection of mastery and also inherent test-taking skills. It in no way suggests he is ready to be in the next grade up, with everything that suggests in terms of executive function and academic rigor, let along social-emotional maturity. [/quote]

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