Math Competitions

Drop-In Practice for Math Competitions
Exposure to Non-Standard Problem-Solving 
Offered in Months Prior to Math Competitions
No Commitment
Necessary

Math Competition Practice

EMC competition prep exposes students to the non-standard challenges of math competitions in an informal, supportive environment. Just like the competitions themselves, our study packages are a chance for students to take stock of their abilities. While students are not required to participate in competitions, after our workshops, they often decide to do so!

Why Math Competitions?

Competitions like Noetic and Math Kangaroo are nothing like the standardized achievement tests. Their challenges are unexpected and fun. They contain problems that stretch the mind, present novel opportunities to apply math skills and math thinking, and allow students to use authentic problem-solving strategies.

Great Competitions to Start With:

EMC Math Kangaroo Competition 2027 Prep Classes will start fall 2026

Math Kangaroo MOCK TESTS will be availble closer to competition dates

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Math Kangaroo

International math competition open to all students in grades 1 - 12, but particularly popular among elementary school students. Math Kangaroo offers a variety of non-standard problems that serve as a great introduction to the world of math competitions for young students.

Test Format: Online. 75 Minute multiple choice test. 24 questions for students in grades 1-4. 30 questions for students in grades 5 and up.

Math Kangaroo Competition with EMC

NOTE: REGISTRATION FOR THE 2026 COMPETITION IS CLOSED!

  • For the MK competition, EMC is registered as an ONLINE testing center.
  • Students will all login at the same time and EMC teachers will proctor the test to ensure academic integrity.  
  • Register directly with Math Kangaroo using the EMC invitation code by the deadline set by MK!
  • You can find our center by searching proctored online MK centers in California or by following this direct link.
  • You will need to create an account (or log in if you already have one) before entering the invitation code.
  • EMC will host the competition online on March 20th, 2027 at 1pm PST.  

Learn More about EMC Math Kangaroo Prep Classes Here

Noetic Learning Math Contest

Noetic Learning Math Contest (NLMC) is a semiannual problem-solving contest for elementary and middle school students. The goal of the contest is to develop students' problem-solving skills, to encourage their interest in math, and to inspire them to excel in math. NLMC contest is available for students in grades 2-8.

‍Test Format: 50 minutes free response test. 20 questions. Students can login anytime during the testing window. Parent/guardian proctors the test to ensure academic integrity.

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‍Registration: NOETIC Math currently does not offer online testing, so EMC will not be hosting the competition itself this year. However, we will continue offering preparation classes to help students get ready, as we have for many years. Families interested in participating in the official competition should reach out to their schools for testing opportunities. Please look out for announcements about our NOETIC prep programs closer to the competition dates.

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AMC 8 / AMC 10

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The AMC 8 and AMC 10 are nationally recognized math competitions that build strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills. Students apply what they know in new, creative ways, tackling non-routine challenges beyond standard classroom math.

Format: In-person, multiple-choice exams
• AMC 8: 25 questions, 40 minutes
• AMC 10: 25 questions, 75 minutes

Registration: Participation is arranged through official testing centers. Families should coordinate directly with a local site or Competition Manager.

Look up testing centers here: American Mathematics Competitions – Mathematical Association of America

Preparation: EMC has extensive experience preparing students for AMC competitions through small-group classes focused on problem solving, strategy, and challenging, non-routine problems.

See Current Competition Prep Class Offerings here (select Math Competition Tab in the Schedule Table)

Stay tuned

Spring 2025 Noetic Math Results!

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Congratulations to everyone who participated and thank you so much to the parents and teachers for your support!

‍Fun statistics:

  • 76 students have participated in the NOETIC test with EMC this Spring
  • 5 students across the teams scored 90% or above
  • 14 students are National Honor Roll medalists, joining the top 10% of all participants nationwide
  • 35 students have earned Honorable Mention ribbons, placing them in the top 50% of all participants across the USA

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Overall Spring 2025 national statistics: Math Contest for Elementary and Middle School Students | Noetic Learning (noetic-learning.com)

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