The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children or WISC-V is an IQ test given to children ages 6 to 16.
It assesses the student’s intellectual giftedness and cognitive strengths and weaknesses. The test, administered by a psychologist and available throughout the year, can be taken on paper or digitally through Q-interactive. The WISC generates a Full Scale IQ based on five primary indexes: Verbal Comprehension Index, Visual Spatial Index, Fluid Reasoning Index, Working Memory Index and Processing Speed Index.
An IQ test is distinct from a standardized or achievement test and may take more time to prepare for. We recommend students take a practice exam prior to tutoring, so we can evaluate the test results and determine an appropriate timeline for preparation.
| Section | # of Subsections | Minutes per Test | Content |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verbal Comprehension | 2 | Similarities, Vocabulary | |
| Visual Spatial | 2 | Block Design, Visual Puzzles | |
| Fluid Reasoning | 2 | Matrix Reasoning, Figure Weights | |
| Working Memory | 2 | Digit Span, Working Span | |
| Processing Speed | 2 | Symbol Search, Coding | |
| The full exam takes 65-80 minutes |