IXL Math

When you’re trying to pin down exactly which math skills your child has missed, random worksheets quickly stop cutting it. Of the many practice platforms we tried, IXL Math stood out for its huge library of standards-aligned skills from pre-K through high school and its detailed, parent-facing analytics. Developed by IXL Learning to give kids adaptive, skills-based practice, it organizes thousands of short problem sets by grade, topic, and state standard, with instant feedback on every question. We love how easy it is to assign a few targeted skills after a lesson and then peek at the reports to see which concepts need more support before moving on. It’s a strong fit for families who already have a core curriculum but want daily, data-rich practice or test prep. The SmartScore system can feel discouraging to sensitive kids as scores drop with mistakes, yet it remains one of the most comprehensive practice tools we’ve used for the price compared to tutoring. Pro tip: set a time or problem limit (not “get to 100”) so kids finish on a win rather than grinding through frustration.