O.L. Smith Middle School

Requirements for Advanced Math Placement for 7th and 8th Graders

Current 7th grade students must meet three of the following options in order to be placed in Algebra 1 for 8th grade.

  • Score Proficient or Advanced on 6th grade math M-Step 
  • Earn an winter NWEA Math RIT score of 234 or higher (7.8 GE)
  • Earn 85% or higher (a grade of B or higher) by March 13
  • Receive an exemplary or proficient recommendation from their current math teacher

Current 6th grade students must meet three of the following options in order to be placed in Pre-Algebra for 7th grade.

  • Score Proficient or Advanced on 5th grade math M Step
  • Earn an winter NWEA Math RIT score of 230 or higher (6.8 GE)
  • Earn 85% or higher (a grade of a B or higher) by March 13
  • Receive an exemplary or proficient recommendation from their current math teacher