Middle School Competitions

Accessible math and science competitions for students building confidence with structured problem solving.

Scope of Assessment

Middle School Competitions emphasize analytical confidence while encouraging structured problem-solving.

01Logical reasoning
02Foundational algebra
03Geometry and spatial reasoning
04Introductory scientific principles
05Data interpretation

Competition Pathway

Each category moves through a full competition sequence: online qualification, supervised school examination, and international finals.

01

National Qualifying Round

Format: online timed assessment with 20-25 questions and multiple-step reasoning problems.

  • Pre-algebra
  • Ratios and proportional reasoning
  • Basic probability
  • Physical science fundamentals
  • Experimental interpretation
Sample Questions
Compute: $$\frac{5}{6}+\frac{7}{12}-\frac{1}{4}$$
Find the value of: $$3^4-2^5+6^2$$
02

Local School Examinations

Format: proctored written assessment with short-answer and structured problems, with greater emphasis on explanation.

  • Linear equations
  • Geometric reasoning
  • Multi-step word problems
  • Applied scientific scenarios
Sample Questions
A number leaves remainder 2 when divided by 5. Express the number as: $$n=5k+2$$ Find the remainder when 3n is divided by 5.
The perimeter of a rectangle is 64. If the length is twice the width, find the dimensions.
03

International Finals

Format: extended problem-solving with partial-credit scoring and a team innovation assessment.

  • Mathematical modeling
  • Applied scientific reasoning
  • Cross-topic integration
Sample Questions
Find all integer solutions of: $$x^2-9=0$$
If a sequence is defined by: $$a_n=4n-1$$ Find the sum of the first 15 terms.