Test type: Nationally standardized achievement test - Computer administrated in our Apex , NC office.
Purpose: : The BASI™ (Basic Achievement Skills Inventory) Comprehensive version is convenient to use, broad in coverage, and well suited to group or individual administration to yield achievement norms, strengths and weaknesses.
Grades: 3-12 The test can be given to a group. There are four levels, corresponding to grades, these are:
- Level 1 for grades 3–4
- Level 2 for grades 5–6
- Level 3 for grades 7–8
- Level 4 for grades 9–12
Time: Approximately 2 Hours
Scoring: Machine Only Year Round (
view sample machine score report) .
Immediate Results by computer in our office.
Accommodations:
The BASI test is done on a computer in our testing center. Each section is timed. There are very few accommodations, so please call us if your student has any special needs.
Norms: 2002-03 school- year, students and adults
- Fall norms: Aug. 1 - Dec. 31
- Spring norms: Jan. 2 - July 31
Administrator Requirements: None
What is the BASI: The BASI helps present a complete evaluation of academic skills. This convenient test yields standard scores, national percentile rankings, grade equivalencies, age equivalencies and performance classifications by learning objectives - without requiring lengthy testing.
What is Assessed with the BASI? The comprehensive test is comprised of six timed subtests:
- Vocabulary (10 minutes)
- Spelling (10 minutes)
- Language Mechanics (10 minutes)
- Reading Comprehension (30 minutes)
- Math Computation (20 minutes)
- Math Application (35 minutes)
Total test administration time is just under two hours.
Test Delivery:Groups or individuals can take the BASI on computers (on M-W and up to 23 at a time) in our Apex, NC test center and get results immediately. Call 919.387.7004 to schedule an appointment.
Group Discounts: 4 or more students signing up together: $5 off each test
To Schedule: complete this form and call us to get on the calendar.