my daughter is 6 and she completed an iq test with 136. what does this mean?

Answer 1

When measuring the IQ of children, they are tested in comparison of others their age. According to the definition below, you have a baby genius on your hands :)

The standard psychiatric reference lists scores of 110 to 120 as "bright normal," 120 to 130 as "superior," and 130 and above as "very superior." One could reasonably equate "bright normal" with "smart," and "very superior" with "genius."

It's important to note that at her age, her IQ isn't "set in stone," as it's measured against others her age, and if her logic and intellegence will grow at a consistant rate is indeterminable. Once her brain is fully developed, (around 18-20 for females,) her IQ will be more "stable." It's very likely that she will always be far above the average test score (which is between 90 and 115.)

Answer 2

Most IQ tests HEAVILY slant the scores based on age...consequently, the younger an individual is tested the less accurate and usually the higher the score will be. 136 is a pretty high score, I'd call it average among those that seek education in some of the more prestigious universities.

Like I said, at 6 years old the scores are either heavily slanted, or your daughter is a super genius.

Answer 3

That means your daughter is very intelligent. The average IQ is 100. With an IQ over 2 standard deviations (1 standard deviation = ± 16 points) above the average, that puts her in around the top 5% of the population in regards to intelligence. You may want to put her in advanced classes once she reaches the point where they are available to her, if they aren't already. However, don't force her into these sorts of classes if she doesn't want to participate in them. She may be ready for more challenging intellectual stimulation, but sometimes kids feel more at ease with those who are more normal intellectually, because they don't feel the pressure of having to constantly perform at a certain level.

Answer 4

she is very gifted. although she may score a bit lower as an adult. i read somewhere that to qualify for membership in mensa you have to an iq of 132, so you might want to check that out. she could be the youngest member.

Answer 5

It means, if she studies hard, she may get far. However, having an above average IQ doesn't mean success.

Answer 6

wow, your daughter is very smart, if she is only 6 and completed anything over 100, you should be very proud of her, talk to her teachers at school and her school administrators, along with the principal, she could be elligiable to skip a grade with that much intelligence at such a young age. keep her in school, she has soo much potential! good luck!