The Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) is an aptitude test that is used to measure reasoning skills with different types of verbal, quantitative, and nonverbal questions. This group-administered test is given as an entrance exam into gifted programs in K-12 schools. 

 

The ITBS test, also known as the Iowa Test of Basic Skills is published by the University of Iowa and is considered part of “The Iowa Testing Programs.” However, despite the name, these tests are nationally administered and are designed to assess the abilities of students. The tests include subjects in Language Arts, Reading, Math, Science and Social Sciences. 

 

The Stanford Achievement Test (SAT – 10), 10th Edition is used to provide achievement scores for parents, teachers, and students, allowing them to understand how well students can perform in Language Arts, Math, Reading, Science, and Social Sciences. The test is recognized nationwide.