Algebra Exit Exam
(For 7th / 8th Graders)

Information About The Algebra Exit Exam

The Algebra Exit Exam is a standardized test created to provide middle-grade students with the opportunity to place into advanced algebra classes which can eventually lead to AP courses. The Algebra Exit Exam is administered at the end of every school year for CPS and non-CPS students who wish to advance to higher-level math classes during the following year.

  • This exam is administered digitally. Students are given 34 multiple choice questions, 4 short constructed response questions, and 2 extended constructed response questions. They have 120 minutes (2 hours) to complete this exam.  

    The advanced calculator feature is enabled for the full exam. Students may also opt to use a handheld graphing calculator that does not have Computer Algebra System (CAS) functionality. Examples of allowable calculators include TI-83, TI-84 PLUS. Please click here for more details about acceptable calculators for the exam.

  • The exam is graded on a scale of 150 – 415. The results are recorded as pass or not pass. Students must score at least 300 points to pass and therefore be considered competent enough to advance to higher-level math courses.

Algebra Exit Exam Prep Services

Algebra Exit Exam FAQs

  • The Test Prep Chicago Algebra Exit Exam Prep course prepares students for the multiple choice and constructed response questions included on the Algebra Exit Exam.

  • Our courses are structured around 3 core learning principles: Teach, Practice, Apply; Building Blocks; and Practice Makes Perfect. Learn more about our philosophy.

  • Middle grade students currently enrolled in an algebra course who wish to advance to a higher-level math course during the following school year.

  • Your child will receive weekly packets that include worksheets for use in class. These handouts include easy-to-understand teaching notes as well as practice questions. Our materials are designed to facilitate active-learning by striking the right balance between instruction and student participation. Students will also have access to weekly online homework assignments (in our online testing platform) that will allow them to hone the skills learned in class.

  • Students will take an online diagnostic exam (during Session 1) to measure their strengths and weaknesses. An online final exam will be administered (during Session 5) to measure how students have improved during the course. Additionally, graded homework assignments will provide insight into your child's weekly comprehension and improvement.

  • You will receive weekly emails from your child's teacher detailing what topics were covered in each class. Additionally, parents/students can access practice test results and weekly homework results in our online testing platform. These results include detailed analysis of each section broken down into separate subtopics.

  • Your child will be taught by one of Test Prep Chicago's highly skilled instructors. All Test Prep Chicago instructors have completed our intensive interview and training process.

  • Our course consists of 5 two-hour sessions offered once a week.

  • Classes will be held weekdays after school and on weekends. Classes will be taught in your child's middle school or, when necessary, at a nearby school or public classroom.

  • The tuition for our Algebra Exit Exam courses is $395 ($39.50/hour for in-class instruction). This tuition covers all in-class instruction, test prep material, and online testing material in our online testing platform.

  • "From a mom’s perspective, I know my daughter is smart, but this course gave her more confidence in test taking that I believe made her more prepared and relaxed to ultimately get the outstanding outcome she did."

    - Liliana B.

  • "We registered our son for Test Prep Chicago’s Algebra Exit Exam 5-session group course and 1- day workshop. Both programs were incredibly well organized, and the online feedback was invaluable. I am happy to report that our son received a High Pass on the Algebra Exit Exam. Thank you!!"

    - Zoe M.

  • "Our daughter completed the TPC Algebra Exit Exam group course. The instructor was incredibly knowledgeable and personable – he truly cared about helping our daughter prepare. She felt very confident when it came time to test and received a high pass on the exam!"

    - Jen S.

  • "THANK YOU for helping our twins prepare for the Algebra Exit Exam. They both passed the exam!"

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