Horizons Math grade levels, level by level
Which Horizons Math level lines up with which grade, with the evidence and sources for each level. Checked Oct 17, 2026.
In short
- Range: on the evidence we found, Horizons Math runs from Math K (Kindergarten) through Math 6 (Grade 6)
- Placement: Readiness evaluations cover grades 1 to 6 and take about 30 to 60 minutes each.
| Level | Typical grade | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Math K | Kindergarten | Confirmed by publisher |
| Math 1 | Grade 1 | Confirmed by publisher |
| Math 2 | Grade 2 | Confirmed by publisher |
| Math 3 | Grade 3 | Confirmed by publisher |
| Math 4 | Grade 4 | Confirmed by publisher |
| Math 5 | Grade 5 | Confirmed by publisher |
| Math 6 | Grade 6 | Confirmed by publisher |
Where these come from
Horizons readiness tests are written per grade. One parent switching from school Saxon found her child about a grade behind on the Horizons test; another's Horizons-to-TT placement fits grade labels.
Sources: Horizons readiness evaluations (Sonlight): grade-level tests, remediate instead of dropping a level, Parent comment: finished Horizons 2, placed into TT 4 (yourbesthomeschool.com), Parent blog: switching from Saxon at school, about a grade behind on the Horizons test.
Placement test
Horizons readiness evaluations. A grade label is a starting point; the placement test shows where your child is secure. It is also listed in our placement test directory.
Questions parents ask
What grade level is Horizons Math?
On the evidence we found, Horizons Math runs from Math K (Kindergarten) through Math 6 (Grade 6). Readiness evaluations cover grades 1 to 6 and take about 30 to 60 minutes each.
What grade is Math K in Horizons Math?
Kindergarten (Confirmed by publisher). The placement test is the better guide for your child.
What grade is Math 6 in Horizons Math?
Grade 6 (Confirmed by publisher).
Does Horizons Math have a placement test?
Horizons readiness evaluations: https://aop.com/pages/assessment-and-placement-tests. Readiness evaluations cover grades 1 to 6 and take about 30 to 60 minutes each.
How did you line up Horizons Math levels with grades?
Horizons readiness tests are written per grade. One parent switching from school Saxon found her child about a grade behind on the Horizons test; another's Horizons-to-TT placement fits grade labels. Every level on this page carries an evidence level: Confirmed by publisher, Supported by parent reports, or Not confirmed when we found no source.
When does Horizons Math go on sale?
No dated sale found. Standing offer: Subscriber discounts, free lessons and printables for newsletter subscribers. Details and sources: https://homeschoolhaul.com/sale-calendar/horizons-alpha-omega/
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