California Achievement Test (Online version)

We loved that my daughter could take the test at home. It only took a few hours and we got the results instantly! The instructions were easy to follow and the individual sections weren't too long. Now i know that we need to go back and work on some grammar and sentence structure.

What a wonderful introduction to standardized testing for our newly transitioned homeschoolers. We live in Minnesota and one day our wintery weather caused us to have our co-op plans dismissed. We quickly decided to get our testing out of the way that day and it was so easy to set up and begin. We had instant access to the tests and instant results. The kids felt very challenged by the questions which caused a little fear at first, but once the results came back and showed them where they were academically, they were so pleased (as was the mom/teacher)!

I ordered the CAT for my daughter who is going into 6th grade. She is homeschooled and this was the least expensive option that would satisfy the state's testing requirements. The other options would require me to pay closer to $100 and drive 3+ hours to a test giver. I liked that I purchased this late at night and by time we got up in the morning I had the link in my email and my daughter was able to take her test. The instructions were very simple to understand. The time didn't bother he because she barely noticed it up in the corner. That is one thing I had to pay attention to for her so I could periodically remind her how much time she had left. There were about 10 sections with different time limits and she could start the each part whenever she was ready. There were recommended break times but she took one break at a different time then flew through the rest. Once she completed the test I checked my email and her scores were there already. I was able to forward her scores easily to her dad and print out a copy for our records. I will definitely use this again in the future and recommend to others.

This was a good test. It was easy; I liked that it was graded instantly online. I did find that some of the terms were different than what we had taught e.g. "Standard English Form", which I think threw off my kids a bit. Othwise, this was a useful tool and met Minnesota's requirement with easy.

I love the ease of taking it online as well as the immediate results! It's a great option!

We use this twice a year as an additional tool to track progress and find any weaknesses in our curriculum.

A good value for the money ($25) compared to various other options. It's a difficult test for 2nd graders...so do sit with them and help explain directions when needed. The scores and curriculum suggestions were sent quickly as promised.

We used the CAT online testing service for three of my children this year and were very pleased. Customer service was very helpful when needed and we were just delighted with how easy it was to use. We had our scores in minutes. We will definitely use this again.

This was a fast, easy way to meet the testing requirements. I had immediate access to the test and I administered it in sections. There were 10 sections, I believe. My child could go at her own pace. It does require computer skills. It was also the most inexpensive testing option. I think I paid $25.00 while other tests that were administered by an individual were approximately $75 - $160. I also had immediate access to scoring results. The only thing I didn't like is that some sections had too many questions. That was a bit much for a rising 2nd grader. The timer was distracting as well and stressed my 2nd grader out. Children that young do not need to be timed. That is why I gave it a 4 rather than a 5. Thanks Liberty!