ISEE Practice Test 2026 — Free ISEE Exam Prep Questions
The ISEE Upper Level is the admission test many independent and private schools require of students applying to grades 9–12. Our practice covers all four scored sections — Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Reading Comprehension and Mathematics Achievement — with original synonym, sentence-completion, quantitative-comparison, passage and math items at the Upper Level.
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ISEE format, scoring & key facts
Online or paper, depending on location: at member schools, ISEE testing offices, Prometric test centers (online only) or at home with remote proctoring (online only). Both formats have the same questions and timing. Not adaptive. Calculators are not allowed unless approved as an accommodation.
| Who takes the Upper Level | Students applying to Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 |
|---|---|
| Structure | Verbal Reasoning 40 questions/20 min, Quantitative Reasoning 37/35 min, Reading Comprehension 36/35 min, Mathematics Achievement 47/40 min, Essay 1 prompt/30 min |
| Total time | 2 hours 40 minutes plus two 10-minute breaks |
| Answer choices | Every multiple-choice question has four choices; no penalty for wrong answers |
| Unscored items | Each multiple-choice section includes a few questions that are not scored; the essay is not scored |
| Scores | Scaled score 760–940 per section, percentile rank (1–99) and stanine (1–9) versus same-grade applicants from the past three years |
| Calculator | Not allowed (only with an approved accommodation) |
| Provider | E3n, the nonprofit formed by the merger of ERB and the Enrollment Management Association |
| Fee | $170 at a school site; $250 at Prometric or ISEE-administered at home (2026–2027) |
| Retakes | Once per testing season (three seasons a year) |
Facts last verified Nov 3, 2026. Source: cdn.erblearn.org/www/20260801_E3n_ISEE_QuickFacts_DIGITAL.pdf. Always confirm details with E3n / ERB before your exam.
When can you take the ISEE?
Offered throughout three testing seasons (Fall Aug–Nov, Winter Dec–Mar, Spring/Summer Apr–Jul), with one registration per season. Dates and seats vary by school, office, Prometric center and at-home availability; registration is first-come, first-served.
What the ISEE covers
Every PrepBanq ISEE test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Verbal Reasoning40 questions in 20 minutes: synonyms and sentence completions with one word or a pair of words. | 25% | ~40 | 37 questions → |
Quantitative Reasoning37 questions in 35 minutes: word problems and quantitative comparisons that need little or no calculation. | 23% | ~37 | 35 questions → |
Reading Comprehension36 questions in 35 minutes: six passages with six questions each on main idea, supporting ideas, inference, vocabulary, organization/logic, and tone, style and figurative language. | 23% | ~37 | 34 questions → |
Mathematics Achievement47 questions in 40 minutes: curriculum-based questions in numbers and operations, algebraic concepts, geometry, measurement, and data analysis and probability. | 29% | ~46 | 44 questions → |
How to register for the ISEE
Retake policy
Students may register for the ISEE once per testing season. There are three seasons: Fall (August–November), Winter (December–March) and Spring/Summer (April–July).
Score release
Online tests: scores in three to five days. Paper tests (Grades 5–12): five to ten days. The score report is posted to the family's online account.
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ISEE FAQ
How many questions are on the ISEE?
The ISEE has 160 questions and you have 2 hours 40 minutes to finish. Question types: Four scored multiple-choice sections, every question with four answer choices: Verbal Reasoning (synonyms and one- or two-blank sentence completions), Quantitative Reasoning (word problems and quantitative comparisons), Reading Comprehension (six passages, six questions each) and Mathematics Achievement. Plus one unscored 30-minute essay that is sent to the schools you choose..
How long is the ISEE exam?
Testing time for the ISEE is 2 hours 40 minutes.
What is the passing score for the ISEE?
ISEE passing standard: No pass/fail: each section gets a scaled score (760–940), a percentile rank and a stanine compared with students applying to the same grade. Score range: 760–940 per section.
How much does the ISEE cost?
The ISEE registration fee is $170 at a member school or school-administered at home; $225 small-group ($255 individual) at an ISEE testing office; $250 at a Prometric test center; $250 for ISEE-administered at-home testing (2026–2027). Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the ISEE?
The ISEE covers Verbal Reasoning (about 25%), Quantitative Reasoning (about 23%), Reading Comprehension (about 23%), Mathematics Achievement (about 29%).
Who administers the ISEE?
The Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) — Upper Level is administered by E3n / ERB. Delivery: Online or paper, depending on location: at member schools, ISEE testing offices, Prometric test centers (online only) or at home with remote proctoring (online only). Both formats have the same questions and timing. Not adaptive. Calculators are not allowed unless approved as an accommodation..
Can you retake the ISEE?
Students may register for the ISEE once per testing season. There are three seasons: Fall (August–November), Winter (December–March) and Spring/Summer (April–July).
Is there a free ISEE practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free ISEE practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real ISEE formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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