Understanding the ISEE: A Guide to the Independent School Entrance Exam

ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) is a standardized test that is required for admission to many private schools in the United States. It is offered by the Educational Records Bureau (ERB) and is designed to assess a student's abilities in English, mathematics, reading comprehension, and vocabulary.

The ISEE is used by independent schools as one factor in their admissions decisions, along with other information such as academic transcripts, teacher recommendations, and personal statements. The test is typically taken by students in grades 4-12, depending on the school's entrance requirements.

There are three different versions of the ISEE: the Lower Level (for grades 4-6), the Middle Level (for grades 7-8), and the Upper Level (for grades 9-12). Each version of the test has its own unique format and content, and is designed to assess a student's abilities at their respective grade level.

The ISEE is a challenging test that requires careful preparation. Many students prepare for the test by studying with a tutor or taking a prep course to help them become familiar with the format and content of the test.