Iowa Basic Test, CogAT, Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test

Interested in having someone else administer a nationally, normed standardized achievement test that fulfills the homeschool notification requirement as outlined in Ohio regulations 3301-34-04 Academic Assessment.?

Join us at Licking County Homeschoolers 

113 Madison Avenue, Newark, Ohio 43055

Melissa Hamilton is a certified tester with BJU Press as well as an Ohio certified teacher. She holds a BS in Elementary Education from Pensacola Christian College and a Masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of West Florida.  She will be offering the Iowa Basic on May 23rd, 24th & 25th Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (3rd-8th) 8:30am - NOON and May 23rd and 24th Monday and Tuesday (9th-12th) 12:30pm - 4:00pm in Newark, Ohio. She will also be offering the CogAT (3rd-12th) from 8:30 - NOON and Algebra Readiness (7th and 8th) from 12:30pm - 2:00pm tests on Thursday May 26th.


  • 3rd-8th grade: May 23, 24, 25 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday)
    8:30-8:45 Arrival
    9:00-Noon Testing for all 3rd-8th graders
    Monday Tests: Mathematics (2 parts); Computation (Math); Science
    Tuesday Tests: Reading (2 parts); Vocabulary; Spelling; Social Studies
    Wednesday Tests: Written Expression; Capitalization; Punctuation; Word
    Analysis*; Listening*
    *****On Wednesday, 4th grade through 8th grade will be finished at 10:30. Third graders have 2 extra subtests (Word Analysis and Listening). Third graders will be finished at noon.

    The Iowa Basic Test is a nationally, normed standardized achievement test and meets the state of Ohio’s requirements. The subtests for 3rd- 8th grade include Mathematics (2 parts); Computation (Math); Science; Reading (2 parts); Vocabulary; Spelling; Social Studies;Written Expression; Capitalization; Punctuation; Word Analysis*; Listening* (*3rd grade only). The subtests for 9th-12 grade include Mathematics; Computation; Social Studies; Vocabulary; Reading; Written Expression; Science. The norm-referenced scores include a standard, equivalent, stanine, and percentile rank. The report will offer graphed achievement percentiles, content cluster skills evaluations, skills performance ratings, and a score interpretation brochure. A sample report is located under the ”results” tab when you are ordering your student’s test. The Iowa Basic needs to be ordered for the grade level your student currently is. Questions regarding which grade level to order can be directed to the staff of the BJU press testing service center.
    3rd grade test: approximately 5 hours, 40 min. Testing time
    4th-8th grade tests: approximately 4 hours, 55 min. Testing time
    9th-12 grade tests: approximately 3 hours, 55 min. Testing time
    *These testing times do not include the time needed for administering, examples, or student breaks.

  • 9th-12th grade: May 23, 24 (Monday, Tuesday)
    12:30pm-12:45pm Arrival
    1:00-4pm Testing for all 9th-12th graders
    Monday Tests: Mathematics; Computation; Social Studies; Vocabulary
    Tuesday Tests: Reading; Written Expression; Science

    The Iowa Basic Test is a nationally, normed standardized achievement test and meets the state of Ohio’s requirements. The subtests for 3rd- 8th grade include Mathematics (2 parts); Computation (Math); Science; Reading (2 parts); Vocabulary; Spelling; Social Studies; Written Expression; Capitalization; Punctuation; Word Analysis*; Listening* (*3rd grade only). The subtests for 9th-12 grade include Mathematics; Computation; Social Studies; Vocabulary; Reading; Written Expression; Science. The norm-referenced scores include a standard, equivalent, stanine, and percentile rank. The report will offer graphed achievement percentiles, content cluster skills evaluations, skills performance ratings, and a score interpretation brochure. A sample report is located under the ”results” tab when you are ordering your student’s test. The Iowa Basic needs to be ordered for the grade level your student currently is. Questions regarding which grade level to order can be directed to the staff of the BJU press testing service center.
    3rd grade test: approximately 5 hours, 40 min. Testing time
    4th-8th grade tests: approximately 4 hours, 55 min. Testing time
    9th-12 grade tests: approximately 3 hours, 55 min. Testing time
    *These testing times do not include the time needed for administering, examples, or student breaks.

  • CogAT: May 26th (Thursday)
    8:30-8:45 Arrival
    9:00-12:00 Testing for all 3rd-12th graders

    The Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) consists of three batteries that provide separate scores for the following reasoning/learning abilities: verbal, quantitative (numerical), and nonverbal. This is an ability test. It is recommended to be given every 2-3 years.
    This test is not an achievement test and can not be submitted to fulfill the requirements of Ohio regulations. Combining achievement tests and learning ability tests will help you develop reasonable expectations for your child’s progress, based on his or her abilities. Once you discern whether your child is reaching his or her academic potential, you can understand how to tailor your teaching to your child’s learning style. This test can not be ordered individually. It is only available in a COMBO pack with the Iowa Basic of your student's grade level.
    Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes Testing Time
    *This testing time does not include the time needed for administering, examples, or student breaks.

  • Algebra Readiness May 26th (Thursday)
    12:20-12:30 Arrival
    12:30-2:00 Test

    The Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test is designed to assist parents/educators in determining a student's readiness for Algebra 1. This test is best suited for 7th and 8th graders who have not had Algebra 1. It is comprised of four subtests:
    Pre-Algebraic Number Skills and Concepts
    Interpreting Mathematical Information
    Representing Relationships
    Using Symbols
    Approximately 1 hour testing time

I understand that I am reserving my student’s seat for Melissa Hamilton to administer and return completed tests to BJUPress Homeschool Testing to grade and email test results to the email address provided to BJUPress Homeschool during the ordering process.
I understand that it is my responsibility to order my student’s test from BJU press no later than April 23 BJU requires a minimum of 4 weeks from the time an order is placed until the testing date to ensure that the test arrives on time. Orders placed later than April 23rd require placing a phone order with BJU Press Homeschooling ( 800.845.5731 or 864.770.1317) and may be subjected to a rush shipping charge by BJU Press.
I understand that my student needs to arrive at the appointed time and be present on all days that are required to administer the appropriate test.

I understand if for some reason an unexpected illness occurs and my student does not attend at the time the test is given, arrangements will need to be made with Melissa Hamilton to make up the test. The test is only allowed to be held for a short time and must be made up quickly before the test becomes invalid. If a test becomes invalid, an alternative test (an alternate form) must be purchased from BJU press. This will also result in an additional administration fee.
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