Standardised Tests
The teacher used standard scores to evaluate how your child performed in the tests. These scores typically range from 55 to 145. The table below explains what different scores signify about your child's achievement.
| Standard Score | Interpretation | Approximate Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 130 and above | Very High | 2% |
| 120 - 129 | High | 7% |
| 110 - 119 | High Average | 16% |
| 90 - 109 | Average | 50% |
| 80 - 89 | Low Average | 16% |
| 70 - 79 | Low | 7% |
| Below 70 | Very Low | 2% |
If your child’s standard score is between 90 and 109, for instance, their performance is considered average. Around half of the children in Ireland fall into this range. Scores can vary for children with English as an additional language or those with special educational needs.
What is a Percentile Rank?
Percentile ranks help compare your child's performance with others of the same age. For example, if your child scores in the 16th percentile, they performed better than 16% of children in the same age group who took the same test.