How is a stanine assessment structured?

A stanine assessment is indeed structured as a 9-point scale that ranges from low to high. This system helps categorize individuals based on their performance compared to a normative sample. The scale is designed so that scores fall between 1 and 9, with each score representing a different range of performance. Specifically, scores of 1 to 3 indicate low performance, 4 to 6 represent average performance, and 7 to 9 signify high performance. This structure allows educators and researchers to understand where an individual stands relative to their peers, facilitating targeted instruction and intervention based on performance levels.