ISEE Online Center
This ISEE Online Center brings together practice, flashcards and review tools. Choose the resource that matches the skill you want to work on next.
Find the right ISEE test
The ISEE level follows the grade a student is applying to. There are six versions: three Primary levels plus Lower, Middle, and Upper.
| ISEE level | Applying to | Standard test time | Sections |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary 2 | Grade 2 | 53 min | Listening, reading, math |
| Primary 3 | Grade 3 | 54 min | Reading, math |
| Primary 4 | Grade 4 | 60 min | Reading, math |
| Lower Level | Grades 5–6 | 2 hr 20 min | Verbal, quantitative, reading, math, essay |
| Middle Level | Grades 7–8 | 2 hr 40 min | Verbal, quantitative, reading, math, essay |
| Upper Level | Grades 9–12 | 2 hr 40 min | Verbal, quantitative, reading, math, essay |
Choose a level and start there
Primary 2
For applicants to Grade 2; 53 min of testing.
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Choose your levelPrimary 3
For applicants to Grade 3; 54 min of testing.
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Choose your levelPrimary 4
For applicants to Grade 4; 60 min of testing.
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Choose your levelLower Level
For applicants to Grades 5–6; 2 hr 20 min of testing.
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Choose your levelMiddle Level
For applicants to Grades 7–8; 2 hr 40 min of testing.
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Choose your levelUpper Level
For applicants to Grades 9–12; 2 hr 40 min of testing.
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Six free timed mathematics tests
Take the complete mathematics section for your level here in a popup. Submit for an instant raw score and a reason for each answer. Printable versions include the answer key.
Primary 2 math test
24 original multiple-choice questions with explanations. The timer matches this level’s mathematics section.
Primary 3 math test
24 original multiple-choice questions with explanations. The timer matches this level’s mathematics section.
Primary 4 math test
28 original multiple-choice questions with explanations. The timer matches this level’s mathematics section.
Lower Level math test
30 original multiple-choice questions with explanations. The timer matches this level’s mathematics section.
Middle Level math test
47 original multiple-choice questions with explanations. The timer matches this level’s mathematics section.
Upper Level math test
47 original multiple-choice questions with explanations. The timer matches this level’s mathematics section.
These tests cover mathematics only. The official ERB samples show the full exam, including reading and the additional Lower, Middle, and Upper sections.
ISEE Study Resources by Level
Choose your level, open its guide, then use Quick Review or flashcards from the same row.
6 levels · quick reviews · flashcards
Primary Levels
Lower, Middle, and Upper Levels
Related ISEE math books
Start with the free tools. If your student needs more structured math work, choose a book for the correct level. Each level guide has its own book suggestions.
5 ISEE Lower Level Math Practice Tests
Extra timed math practice after the free section test.
ISEE Middle Level Math for Beginners
Step-by-step instruction before timed math practice.
ISEE Upper Level Math for Beginners
Build the algebra and geometry skills that support the math sections.
These books focus on math; they do not replace practice in reading, verbal reasoning, or writing.
What the ISEE measures
Reading
Students find details, identify ideas, make supported inferences, and understand words in context.
Mathematics
Every level has a math section. Lower through Upper also have quantitative reasoning, which emphasizes problem-solving.
Writing
Lower, Middle, and Upper students write one timed essay. Current Primary tests do not include writing.
Read a sample writing response
The Lower, Middle, and Upper essays are unscored, but schools can read them. These original models show how a student can answer a prompt with specific details in 30 minutes.
Lower Level sample
A personal story about learning a difficult skill.
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Writing modelMiddle Level sample
An opinion supported by a school example.
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Writing modelUpper Level sample
A reasoned response with a concrete group-project example.
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Primary 2, 3, and 4 do not have a writing sample on the current ISEE.
How to use this Online Center
- Pick the application grade. Open that level’s guide for exact sections and timing.
- Take an official sample. Use ERB’s free sample to get familiar with the real format.
- Study from the errors. Group misses by skill, then practice the two or three biggest gaps.
- Rehearse the pace. Try section-length practice and take the same breaks you will get on test day.
For Lower, Middle, and Upper math, our existing practice centers are linked from each level page. They are math resources, so pair them with reading, verbal, and essay work.
Looking for the Upper Level math test that used to open here? Open it in the Upper Level math center.
For its topic list, open Upper Level math topics.
Frequently asked questions
How many ISEE levels are there?
Six: Primary 2, Primary 3, Primary 4, Lower, Middle, and Upper.
Which level does a student in Grade 4 take?
If the student is applying to Grade 5, they take Lower Level. The application grade, rather than the current grade, determines the level.
Is there an essay on the Primary ISEE?
No. ERB’s current guidance says there is no Primary writing sample. Older test guides showed one, so use current information when planning.
Where can I find official sample tests?
ERB provides free online samples for all six levels and printable examples through its family materials.
Official practice and test information
Use ERB for registration, accommodations, test dates, and the latest administration rules.
Sources and a note about format
Section counts and standard times follow the ERB ISEE Quick Facts guide. The ERB at-home family guide confirms section timing. ERB’s current registration page confirms that Primary levels have no writing sample. Older ERB guides did list Primary writing prompts; check the current test materials when preparing.
Effortless Math is an independent study resource and is not affiliated with ERB or E3n.
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What can I study in this ISEE Online Center?
This ISEE Online Center includes practice, flashcards and review tools. Topics on the page include Primary 2, Primary 3, Primary 4.
How should I use the ISEE resources?
Choose a topic or practice activity from this Online Center. Review the linked explanation, try the practice, and use the result to decide what to study next. Check each resource’s directions for its format and access requirements.
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