PiMAT-Scores Methodology

Students get a standardized PiMAT (piCirql Math Achievement Test) score on completion of periodic assessments through Clash of Pi (series of online tests). The Asian Math Circuit provides a framework for students to challenge themselves and progress beyond the boundaries of their school-prescribed academic syllabus. PiMAT scores are cumulative over a 12 month period.

PiMAT scores are calculated after each round. Please note that the scores for the current circuit will be available in October each year i.e. after the completion of 3 domains.

Maximum Possible Score: 1500

Range of Scores: 500 - 1500

The SPACE rubric specially developed by the circuit is based on an algorithm that evaluates the 5 most important metrics that form the building blocks for mathematics excellence. The parameters are defined as follows:

• Speed - Time taken to complete a finite set of questions correctly. Trivial timings (including those attained by guessing the right answer) are eliminated from this data set
• Perseverance - Students are rewarded for persistence over a 12 month period. Their achievement in each round counts towards their PiMAT score
• Accuracy - Students become attuned to minimizing their errors under exam conditions. The goal is to achieve the highest possible ratio of correct answers to the total number of questions faced.
• Consistency - Reduction in variance of scores as measured by the standard deviation of your score normalized for your mean score
• Excellence - Commitment to working hard at achieving short-term goals. This measures the comparative performance of students across the circuit.

The SPACE rubric is widely regarded as the most comprehensive benchmark in mathematics in modern education.

The PiMAT score is not a ‘best-of’ calculation . Instead, it measures the performance of a student over a 12 month period.

PiMAT scores are normalized and hence can be compared across grades. They are a standardized measure of Mathematics Achievement.

The Asian Math Circuit works in partnership with leading international and private schools in Asia to provide the education ecosystem with a viable and seamless methodology to assess and advance mathematics learning and skills development.

Each Clash of Pi has a maximum of 25 questions to be answered in 15 minutes. Individual scores are calculated based on the following parameters:

• Each question carries 4 points
• Students may choose to skip questions
• The maximum score possible is *100 and there is no negative marking

*Based on a proprietary algorithm, bonus questions may appear for select students based on their performance during each test. Bonus questions carry extra points. In such cases, the maximum score may be greater than 100.

The bonus timer appears as a separate timer. The original test timer will be paused while the bonus question is attempted. Students who submit their answer to the bonus question within one minute, will be taken back to the original test or be timed out as the case may be.