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The second test will be scheduled after the fi rst test is scored. |\n| Beyond Algebra II | Please contact the Math Department Chair, Ms. Heidi Olson at ho lson@presentationhs.org to inquire about placement. |\n\nWhat score do I need on the math proficiency test to advance to the next math class?  \nThe Math Department uses a holistic approach to the placement of your daughter as a freshmen, and their goal is to schedule your daughter into the highest course she is ready to succeed in. One of the most important factors in this placement is her score on the placement test, but all other information known about your daughter is also considered, such as her 8th grade scores in Math, her 8th grade GPA, and her HSPT scores. Generally speaking, scores on the placement test that typically indicate a student is ready to move onto the next level of math are around a B or C.  \nWhat math courses does Presentation High School offer?  \nYou can fi nd information about our math curriculum  here.  \nI took Common Core math in middle school and I am not sure what math course I should take next year.  \nAll students are required to take a math proficiency test so that we can place you at the appropriate level math course.  \nWhat will my four years of math look like given my placement?  \nThe following are typical pathways from freshman year to senior year.  \nTable2  \n\n| Pathway | Freshman | Sophomore | Junior | Senior |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| A | PreAlgebra | Algebra I | Geometry | Algebra II |\n| B | Algebra I | Geometry/Honors\u003Cbr>Geometry | Algebra II/Honors\u003Cbr>Algebra II | Precalculus/Honors\u003Cbr>Precalculus |\n| B | Daily Algebra I | Geometry | Algebra II | Statistics I/II |\n| D | Geometry/Honors\u003Cbr>Geometry | Algebra II/Honors\u003Cbr>Algebra II | Precalculus/Honors\u003Cbr>Precalculus | Calculus/AP Calculu AB or BC |\n| E | Honors Algebra II | Honors Precalculus | AP Calculus BC | Honors Multivaria bl Calculus |\n\nIf I take PreAlgebra or Algebra I during freshman year, will I be able to take advanced math classes in order to be competitive during college admissions?  \n● Yes. Colleges emphasize four years of math so that students have a strong foundation for college-level courses. Typically, a freshman in Algebra I will be able to advance through Precalculus by the end of the senior year.  \n● A student also can take advantage of moving into ho","cbCaiqm2kRJ1ir9n","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiqm2kRJ1ir9n","pdf",249385,"English","# Which math class should I take freshman year?\n## Proficiency test options by current 8th grade course\n# What score do I need on the math proficiency test?\n# What math courses does Presentation High School offer?\n# What will my four years of math look like given my placement?\n## Typical pathways from freshman year to senior year\n# Can I take advanced math classes over the summer?\n## Allowed summer advancement and eligibility requirements","[{\"question\":\"Which math class should I take during freshman year?\",\"answer\":\"Students must take a math proficiency test required for placement into the appropriate course level. Placement depends on the student’s current grade math background and the proficiency test results, with options spanning from PreAlgebra through higher advanced pathways.\"},{\"question\":\"What score do I need on the math proficiency test to advance to the next math class?\",\"answer\":\"A holistic placement approach is used, with the test score as a key factor. Typical indicators that a student is ready to move ahead are around a B or C, and additional information such as 8th grade math scores, 8th grade GPA, and HSPT scores is also considered.\"},{\"question\":\"What will my four years of math look like after placement?\",\"answer\":\"The document provides typical four-year pathways from freshman to senior year. 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