WISC-V Skill Boosters

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The WISC-V composite score combining all five index scores. Scaled with mean 100. Scores of 130+ (98th percentile) are classified as gifted. Most programs use a 125–130 cutoff.

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Measures vocabulary, abstract verbal reasoning, and acquired knowledge. Includes the Similarities and Vocabulary subtests. Strong VCI scores correlate with reading ability.

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Assesses ability to evaluate and synthesize visual details and spatial relationships. Includes Block Design and Visual Puzzles. Predicts performance in geometry and engineering.

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Measures inductive and quantitative reasoning with novel problems — thinking that doesn't rely on prior knowledge. Includes Matrix Reasoning and Figure Weights subtests.

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Tests speed and accuracy of simple visual-scanning and decision-making tasks. Includes Coding and Symbol Search subtests. Often the most trainable WISC-V index.