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Key Facts: M-STEP Math Grade 6 Exam
Grade 6
Tested grade level in Michigan public schools
MDE M-STEP Guidelines
Not Proficient to Advanced
Current result categories
MDE Score Interpretation Guide
5 Domains
Core mathematical reporting categories
MDE Test Blueprints
DRC INSIGHT
Official online testing platform
MDE Assessment Administration
Prepare for the Michigan M-STEP Grade 6 Math test with 100 independent practice questions covering ratios, fractions/decimals, equations, geometry, and statistics with worked step-by-step solutions.
Sample M-STEP Math Grade 6 Practice Questions
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1The ratio of apples to oranges in a fruit basket is 3 to 5. If there are 15 apples in the basket, how many oranges are there?
2A grocery store sells 4 pounds of apples for $18.00. What is the unit cost per pound of apples?
3What is 35% of 80?
4A wooden board is 36 inches long. How many feet long is the board? (1 foot = 12 inches)
5A car travels 150 miles in 3 hours at a constant speed. What is the unit rate in miles per hour?
6In a class of 30 students, 12 are boys and the rest are girls. What is the ratio of girls to total students in simplest form?
7What is the value of 3/4 ÷ 1/8?
8What is the sum of 14.25 and 3.8?
9What is 5.4 × 0.3?
10What is the Greatest Common Factor (GCF) of 24 and 36?
About the M-STEP Math Grade 6 Exam
The Michigan Student Test of Educational Progress (M-STEP) Grade 6 Mathematics assessment measures student mastery of Michigan Academic Standards. It covers key mathematical domains including ratio reasoning, rational number operations, algebraic expressions and equations, geometric measurement, and statistical analysis.
Exam sponsor: Michigan Department of Education (MDE) / Data Recognition Corporation (DRC). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Assessment
Official computer-adaptive assessment with selected-response, constructed-response, and technology-enhanced items; this local bank contains 100 English four-option practice MCQs across 5 standards domains.
Time Limit
Untimed; MDE estimated testing time is 2 hours
Passing Score
No pass/fail score; results use four MDE performance levels
Reported exam pass rate: Not applicable (performance levels are reported). Exam sponsor website
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
Ratios and Proportional Relationships
Ratio reasoning, unit rates, percent calculations, and rate conversions.
The Number System
Fraction division, multi-digit operations, GCF/LCM, signed numbers, absolute value, and four-quadrant coordinate grids.
Expressions and Equations
Exponents, writing and evaluating expressions, equivalent expressions, 1-variable equations/inequalities, and quantitative relationships.
Geometry
Polygon areas, volume of rectangular prisms with fractional dimensions, and surface area from 3D nets.
Statistics and Probability
Statistical variability, distributions, mean, median, mode, IQR, MAD, dot plots, histograms, and box plots.
Preparing for the M-STEP Math Grade 6 Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: No pass/fail score; results use four MDE performance levels
- Assessment: Official computer-adaptive assessment with selected-response, constructed-response, and technology-enhanced items; this local bank contains 100 English four-option practice MCQs across 5 standards domains.
- Time limit: Untimed; MDE estimated testing time is 2 hours
- Exam / certification fees: No fee to students Official sources
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M-STEP Math Grade 6: Suggested Study Strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the M-STEP Grade 6 Mathematics assessment?
The M-STEP Grade 6 Math test is Michigan's annual statewide summative assessment for 6th grade students, measuring proficiency against Michigan Academic Standards in mathematics.
How are M-STEP Grade 6 Math results reported?
M-STEP is not a pass/fail exam. Results are reported as Not Proficient, Partially Proficient, Proficient, or Advanced.
Is the M-STEP Grade 6 Math test timed?
M-STEP is untimed. MDE publishes an estimated testing time of 2 hours for Grade 6 mathematics.
What topics are covered on Grade 6 M-STEP Math?
The test evaluates 5 main domains: Ratios and Proportional Relationships, The Number System, Expressions and Equations, Geometry, and Statistics and Probability.