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Shawn

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Shawn

Master of Science, Chemistry
Shawn's other Tutor Subjects
6th-8th Grade Science
6th-7th Grade math
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

The ISEE Upper Level Quantitative Reasoning section tests whether students can set up problems — not just solve them — which means recognizing relationships between quantities, interpreting word problems quickly, and making comparisons without always computing exact answers. Shawn's background teach...

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University of California Los Angeles

Master of Science, Chemistry

Test Scores
SAT
1420
Samantha

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Samantha

Current Undergrad Student, Psychology
Samantha's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

Quantitative Reasoning on the Upper Level ISEE isn't about grinding through calculations — it's about recognizing relationships between quantities and making quick comparisons without solving everything longhand. Samantha's math background at Princeton, where she tutors Calculus through the McGraw p...

Education

Princeton University

Current Undergrad Student, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Francesca

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Francesca

Bachelor of Economics, Political Science and Government
Francesca's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math
Geometry

Quantitative Reasoning on the Upper Level ISEE isn't a straightforward math test — it's a logic test dressed in numbers, where estimation and pattern recognition matter as much as computation. Francesca tackles these problems by teaching students to translate visual and quantitative comparisons into...

Education

Loyola University-Chicago

Bachelor of Economics, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
ACT
33
Ben

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Ben

Current Grad Student, Creative Writing
Ben's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

Quantitative Reasoning on the Upper Level ISEE tests whether a student can reason through unfamiliar setups — number patterns, data interpretation, and word problems that don't map neatly onto classroom math. Ben teaches a triage approach: identify the concept being tested, eliminate answer choices ...

Education

Ball State University

Bachelor of Science, History

Northwestern University

Current Grad Student, Creative Writing

Kaitlyn

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Kaitlyn

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Kaitlyn's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade math
6th Grade AP Language Composition
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

Quantitative reasoning on the ISEE Upper Level isn't about hard math — it's about recognizing relationships between quantities and reasoning logically through word problems and comparisons. Kaitlyn, who teaches everything from 6th-grade math through calculus, excels at showing students how to transl...

Education

Fairfield University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
33
Golddy

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Golddy

Master of Science, Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems, General
Golddy's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

ISEE Upper Level Quantitative Reasoning tests something trickier than computation — it asks students to compare quantities, estimate, and reason about relationships without always solving completely. Golddy teaches students to think strategically about these comparison questions, recognizing when pl...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Master of Science, Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems, General

Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Visual Arts

Ellyn

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Ellyn

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Ellyn's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

ISEE Upper Level Quantitative Reasoning tests mathematical thinking more than computation — comparisons, estimation, and recognizing relationships between quantities. Ellyn's engineering background makes her especially sharp at teaching students to reason through these problems structurally rather t...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

The University of Texas at Austin

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

John

Certified Tutor

2+ years

John

MS
John's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
College Algebra
Trigonometry

My academic credentials include a Bachelor of Mathematics degree from the University of Texas at Arlington and a Master of Aeronautical Engineering from Stanford University. I am retired from 40+ years of engineering. The last thirty years was working in the flight simulation industry. I had re...

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Stanford University

MS

The University of Texas at Arlington

MS

Danielle

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Danielle

MS
Danielle's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Statistics Graduate Level

I am an entrepreneurial travel-loving media professional living in New Orleans. I have a Master in Business Administration from Tulane University and I love teaching all sorts of subjects, especially math. In terms of hobbies, you can find me long-distance running, studying data science, exploring ...

Education

Tulane University of Louisiana

MS

Northwestern University

MS

Jacqueline

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jacqueline

Doctorate (PhD)
Jacqueline's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Algebra

As a dedicated educator with a PhD in German Studies from Cornell University, I am passionate about nurturing student success through personalized tutoring. With over 7 years of teaching experience, I specialize in a wide array of subjects, including AP courses in Physics, English, and Calculus, as ...

Education

Cornell University

Doctorate (PhD)

Cornell University

Master's/Graduate

Yale University

Bachelor

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Quantitative Reasoning section has 37 questions in 35 minutes, which means timing pressure is real. A tutor can help you identify which question types (word problems, geometry, algebra) slow you down most, then teach you strategic skipping and prioritization. Many students waste time on difficult problems early on—learning to recognize hard questions quickly and save them for the end (if time allows) can significantly boost your score. Practice with full-length timed sections is essential to building the muscle memory for pacing.

Students typically struggle most with word problems that require multi-step reasoning, ratio and proportion applications, and geometry problems involving angles and area. Quantitative comparison questions—where you evaluate two quantities and decide if one is greater, they're equal, or the relationship can't be determined—also trip up many test-takers because they require a different thinking approach than traditional multiple choice. A tutor can diagnose which of these topics are your personal weak spots and build targeted practice around them.

Quantitative Comparison questions ask you to compare two quantities (Column A vs. Column B) rather than solve for a specific answer, which requires a shift in strategy. Instead of calculating exact values, you often need to test edge cases, use estimation, or recognize patterns to determine the relationship. A tutor can teach you when to eliminate the "relationship can't be determined" answer choice, how to spot trap answers designed for students who miscalculate, and techniques like plugging in strategic numbers to quickly compare quantities without full computation.

Word problems on the ISEE-Upper Level often hide their math in everyday language, and students frequently misread what's being asked or set up the wrong equation. A tutor can teach you a systematic approach: identify what you're solving for, mark key numbers and relationships, and translate phrases like "three times as many" or "percent increase" into mathematical symbols. Practice with problems of increasing complexity, combined with reviewing common language patterns, helps you recognize problem types quickly and build confidence in your setup before you even solve.

Score improvement depends on your starting point and effort, but students typically see 3-7 point gains (on the ISEE scale) with focused tutoring over 8-12 weeks. If you're making careless errors or missing entire question types, improvement often comes faster. If you're already scoring well, gains may be smaller but still meaningful—eliminating just 2-3 mistakes per section can move you into a higher percentile. A tutor can assess your baseline, identify your highest-leverage areas for improvement, and set realistic milestones based on your timeline.

Taking full timed practice tests is crucial, but how you review them matters more than the score itself. After each test, spend time analyzing every wrong answer—not just the ones you guessed on, but also the ones you solved incorrectly. Categorize mistakes into types: careless errors, conceptual misunderstandings, or timing issues. A tutor can help you spot patterns (e.g., "I always mess up ratio problems" or "I rush through geometry") and design targeted practice that focuses on your specific error types rather than re-drilling topics you already know.

Test anxiety often stems from unfamiliarity with question formats or fear of running out of time. A tutor builds confidence by making the test feel predictable—you'll see every question type repeatedly, understand the patterns behind them, and practice strategies that work. Knowing you can skip a hard problem and come back to it, or that you have a reliable method for word problems, reduces panic during the actual test. Regular practice in timed conditions also desensitizes you to the pressure, so test day feels like just another practice session.

Beyond strong math knowledge, an effective tutor understands the ISEE test format deeply—which question types appear, what traps test makers use, and how to teach strategy alongside content. They should be able to diagnose your specific weak spots quickly, explain concepts clearly without over-complicating, and adapt their teaching based on how you learn best. They'll also be experienced in managing test anxiety and building pacing strategies, not just drilling problems. Look for someone who can show you why answers are wrong, not just confirm that they are.

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