SSAT/ISEE - Mathematics -: A Complete Guide for Middle and Upper School Admission

By Dr. Timothy Chae

A Complete Guide for Middle and Upper School Admission

This book is designed to help students build a solid mathematical foundation while developing the reasoning and problem solving abilities these exams are meant to measure. Based on proven classroom instruction and research in mathematical learning, the approach focuses on understanding concepts, avoiding careless mistakes, and gaining confidence under time pressure.

Inside, students will find carefully selected SSAT and ISEE question types, clear step by step strategies, and structured practice that supports lasting mastery. Parents can feel confident knowing their child is learning math in a thoughtful and effective way.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 An Overview of the SSAT and ISEE

Chapter 2 Number Sense
1. Natural and Whole Numbers
2. Integers and Rational Numbers
3. Comparing Integers
4. Exponents
5. Order of Operations
6. Rounding Off Integers
7. Prime Numbers
8. Factors and Multiples
9. Place Value

Chapter 3 Fractions & Decimals
1. Fractions
2. Comparing and Ordering Fractions
3. Reducing Fractions
4. Improper Fractions
5. Mixed Numbers
6. Equivalent Fractions
7. Operations with Fractions
8. Decimals
9. Reading Decimals
10. Comparing Decimals and Fractions
11. Rounding Off Decimals
12. Operations with Decimals

Chapter 4 Percents
1. Understanding Fractions as Percents
2. Writing Percents as Fractions
3. Converting Decimals to Percents
4. Converting Percents to Decimals
5. Finding Percents of Numbers
6. Percent Increase and Decrease

Chapter 5 Algebra
1. Understanding Numbers and Their Signs
2. Formulas as the Language of Mathematics
3. An Introduction to Equations
4. Laws of Exponents and Powers
5. Understanding Roots and Radicals
6. Simplifying Radical Expressions
7. Operations with Radical Expressions
8. Evaluating and Interpreting Expressions
9. Solving Simple Linear Equations
10. Operations with Algebraic Expressions
11. Understanding and Solving Inequalities

Chapter 6 Geometry
1. Geometric Fundamentals: Points, Lines, and Angles
2. Triangle Types and Special Properties
3. Triangle Dimensions: Base, Height, and Area
4. Medians and Triangle Centers
5. Polygons: Classification and Structure
6. Angle Measures in Polygons
7. Perimeter and Area Concepts
8. The Pythagorean Theorem in Problem Solving
9. Circle Geometry
10. Surface Area and Volume of Solids
11. Three-Dimensional Geometry
12. Coordinate Geometry

Chapter 7 Measurement & Data Analysis
1. Foundations of Measurement
2. The Metric System and Standard Units
3. U.S. Customary Units of Measure
4. Interpreting Quantitative Data
5. Analyzing Tables and Charts
6. Understanding Line Graphs
7. Interpreting Bar Graphs
8. Analyzing Circle Graphs (Pie Charts)

Chapter 8 Statistical Thinking: Data & Probability
1. Mean (Average)
2. Median
3. Mode
4. Introductory Probability

Chapter 9 Measurement & Data Analysis
1. Wage & Earnings Models
2. Investment & Interest Scenarios
3. Mixture Problems
4. Age Relationship Problems
5. Discounts, Markups, and Price Adjustments
6. Percent Change and Ratio Applications
7. Rate-Time-Distance Problems

Chapter 10 SSAT/ISEE Practice Tests
1. SSAT Practice Test (1, 2) - Middle Level
Answers & Explanations
2. SSAT Practice Test (1, 2) - Upper Level
Answers & Explanations
3. ISSE Practice Test (1, 2) - Middle Level
Answers & Explanations
4. ISSE Practice Test (1, 2) - Upper Level
Answers & Explanations

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GTRB25CM
• ISBN13: 9798253443262
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 2.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.5" x 11.0"