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Mathnasium of Andover's personalized math test prep programs are designed to help students at every level feel confident and prepared on exam day.
We help K-12 students prepare for upcoming quizzes, unit tests, and final exams across any math class, from elementary math through Precalculus and beyond. Using personalized learning plans, our tutors target the exact concepts students need to master so they walk into every exam feeling ready.
We prepare students for the math portions of the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs) by identifying knowledge gaps and building the skills and understanding needed to meet and exceed grade-level expectations. Our tutors align instruction with state standards to ensure students are fully prepared for test day.
We help high school students build and enhance the math skills needed to excel on the SAT®, PSAT®, and ACT®. Our specially trained tutors use proprietary test prep materials and personalized learning plans to build both the content knowledge and problem-solving strategies that lead to stronger scores.
At Mathnasium of Andover, our specially trained math tutors help K-12 students prepare for any math exam, from classroom quizzes and state assessments to college admissions tests like the UMTYMP, SAT®, PSAT®, and ACT®.
We provide personalized, face-to-face instruction in a caring and fun group environment. Our tutors identify exactly where each student needs support, teach for understanding rather than memorization, and guide students step by step so they feel confident and prepared on exam day.
We use the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary teaching approach designed to promote math mastery and build the deep understanding students need to perform well on any exam.
Our tutors combine proven interactive techniques with personalized learning plans and proprietary test prep materials, helping students not only learn the content but also develop the problem-solving strategies and confidence they need to succeed.
Every student's Mathnasium journey begins with a diagnostic assessment that helps us identify their current skills, knowledge gaps, and test prep goals. Using these insights, we create a personalized learning plan focused on exactly what each student needs to improve.
With the plan in place, our tutors deliver targeted, supportive instruction that adapts in real time to each student's progress. This approach ensures students strengthen the right skills, fill knowledge gaps, and build lasting confidence as they prepare for their exam.
Our Results
94%
Math Skills
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding.
93%
Attitude
of parents report improved attitude toward math after attending Mathnasium.
90%
Success
of students saw an improvement in their school grades.
Our Results
The Proof Is In The Numbers
Math Skills
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding.
Attitude
of parents report improved attitude toward math after attending Mathnasium.
Success
of students saw an improvement in their school grades.
Math Test Prep Near You
Mathnasium's specially trained math tutors work with students across the 55011, 55303, 55304, and 55448 zip codes. We proudly serve families throughout Andover and nearby areas, including:
Specially Trained and Caring Team
Angela Murphy
Center Director
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from St. Cloud State University and Master's Degree in Technology Integration from St. Catherine University
Years of experience teaching math:
25 years
What do you like most about learning?
What I love most about learning is that it is a lifelong journey with no true finish line. There is always something new to discover. No two people learn in exactly the same way and the endless opportunities to grow are what make learning so fun and rewarding.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
As an elementary school teacher, the biggest impact I had was helping students build confidence in math and watching their skills grow throughout the year. Being part of that growth and helping them develop a stronger foundation in math was one of the most meaningful parts of teaching.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
I enjoy math that involves problem-solving and critical thinking because it encourages students to explore different strategies and explain their reasoning. I find it rewarding when students realize there is often more than one way to solve a problem and begin to build confidence in their mathematical thinking.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I make learning fun by making connections to students' interests and incorporating hands-on, interactive activities whenever possible. I believe students learn best when they are actively engaged, so I try to create opportunities for problem-solving, collaboration, and real-world connections. When students are enjoying the learning process and feel invested in what they're doing, they are more motivated to participate and retain what they learn.
Amanda Barbian
Assistant Center Director
Education:
B.S. in Math, Minor in Computer Science
1 year teaching prep program (graduate level)
Current MN 5-12 teaching license
Years of experience teaching math:
8 years
What do you like most about learning?
I like how learning extends beyond your present life. You get to think about the whole of the world and make sense of it. With learning you can understand anything you want!
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
As the assistant director I get the privilege of figuring out where students are at right now and creating a course of action to get them where they want to be. Having someone “rooting for you” in your corner can make the biggest difference in a student being able to learn and develop. Sometimes it is the interactions I have with students day-to-day, and sometimes it is being there to guide them throughout their journey.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
I love teaching numerical fluency. A lot of people think that being fluent in math is something you either have or you don’t. I hear it all the time: “I was never that good at math.” However, anyone can be good at math. Watching a student start to pick up strategies and grow with them is one of my favorite things. Sometimes it takes time and sometimes you need someone to help you, but anyone can do it!
How do you make learning math fun for students?
We do a lot of things to make math fun! For some students that is getting to do math with a friend. For some students that is getting a reward for their hard work. For some students it is getting to do a new activity or challenge or game when they come into the center. We make math fun by making Mathnasium a fun place to be! The math just comes naturally after that.
Carter
Lead Instructor
Education:
Math undergrad at University of Minnesota
Years of experience teaching math:
2 years
What do you like most about learning?
I like knowledge for the sake of knowledge. I just want to learn as much as I can about any topic that interests me.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
Within a few months I helped a student go from struggling to add single digits on their fingers to now being able to do multi-digit addition/subtraction and multiplication by themselves.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Anything with variables: calculus, algebra, trigonometry. That's when math gets fun. The more difficult the better.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
By trying to instill positivity and confidence in them. When you're confident, it can be satisfying and fun to learn new concepts and solve problems with what you've learned.
Austin
Instructor
Education:
Current PSEO student at University of Northwestern – St. Paul
Years of experience teaching math:
1.5 years
What do you like most about learning?
Learning develops problem solving and critical thinking skills.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
The biggest impact I've had is I've helped students become independent on their math work. I do this by giving lots of guidance at the beginning of a concept they are struggling with, then I slowly back off on the guidance and give them the goal of being able to do it on their own.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Probability
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I make math fun by giving students challenges and math games.
Hanna
Instructor
Education:
High school
Years of experience teaching math:
1 year
What do you like most about learning?
I love seeing how different things work and connect together. It is especially fun in math or science classes when it feels like I am solving a puzzle.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
I have been helping my brother with his math work since he was in elementary school. I started out with his classwork but quickly moved on to higher grade levels. He has excelled in math.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
I love algebra! I think it's really cool when I see it click for people and they end up finding it fun. I also like how some problems can look complex but have simple solutions.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I do my best to show them tricks to help them. This makes it more enjoyable for them since it helps them go faster and feel accomplished. I also give them words of encouragement.
Whether they would like to attend sessions in-center or online, students can take 3 easy steps to enroll at Mathnasium.
All students begin their Mathnasium journey with a diagnostic assessment that pinpoints what they already know and what they still need to learn.
FAQ
Mathnasium of Andover is located at 1573 154th Ave NW #108, right across the street from the YMCA and Oak Grove Middle School, in the same parking lot as Sweet-Toppings. Our center is safe, accessible, and offers ample parking for families.
Students can attend math test prep sessions in person or join live, face-to-face online sessions with our specially trained tutors in Andover.
We proudly serve students from Andover and the surrounding communities, including local schools such as:
Andover High School
Coon Rapids High School
Oak Grove Middle School
Andover Elementary
McKinley Elementary
Rum River Elementary
DaVinci Academy
Legacy Christian Academy
PACT Charter School
At Mathnasium of Andover, we believe the best exam preparation is building deep math understanding and mastery over time.
Students begin their enrollment process with a diagnostic assessment that helps us identify their current skills and knowledge gaps. From there, we create a personalized learning plan that builds math skills consistently, session by session, so students aren't starting from scratch before every test.
Our specially trained tutors work with students across any K-12 math class, from elementary math through Precalculus and beyond, reinforcing the concepts they're learning in school, filling in foundational gaps, and developing the problem-solving skills that serve them on quizzes, midterms, and final exams alike.
When a major exam is approaching, we can align instruction with the specific topics and concepts it will cover, so students walk in feeling prepared.
Yes! Mathnasium of Andover prepares students for the math portions of the MCAs.
Our tutors align instruction with the Minnesota Academic Standards for Mathematics to ensure students have a solid grasp of the grade-level concepts they'll encounter on the exam. We identify each student's knowledge gaps through a diagnostic assessment and build a personalized learning plan that targets the skills they need to meet and exceed grade-level expectations.
The earlier, the better. Because the MCAs measure cumulative math understanding built over the school year, students benefit most from consistent, ongoing support rather than last-minute preparation.
Ideally, students should begin working with us at the start of the school year or semester. This gives us time to identify and address any knowledge gaps, build foundational skills, and ensure students are progressing steadily toward grade-level mastery well before test day.
That said, if your student is closer to the exam, we can still make a meaningful difference. Contact us and we'll create a focused plan based on the time available.
Yes! Mathnasium of Andover prepares students in grades 5–7 for the UMTYMP qualifying exam.
At Mathnasium, we work with students to build a well-rounded mathematical foundation across the core concepts the exam covers, while also helping them develop the speed, logical reasoning, and decision-making skills needed to navigate a high-pressure, timed format. We also help students build the confidence to tackle unfamiliar problems without hesitation.
We recommend starting as early as possible, ideally several months before the spring exam date.
The UMTYMP qualifying exam rewards genuine mathematical fluency and logical reasoning, so students benefit most from sustained preparation over time. Beginning early gives students the opportunity to strengthen foundational skills, close any knowledge gaps, and develop the problem-solving confidence they need to perform well under timed conditions.
If the exam date is approaching sooner, contact us and we'll build a personalized plan around the time your student has.
Yes! Mathnasium of Andover prepares high school students for the math sections of the SAT®, PSAT®, and ACT®.
Our specially trained tutors use proprietary test prep materials and personalized learning plans to build the content knowledge and problem-solving strategies students need to perform their best on test day. Whether your student is taking the exam for the first time or looking to improve their score, we tailor preparation to their current skill level and target goals.
We recommend starting at least three to six months before the exam date, and earlier is always better.
College admissions math tests cover a wide range of topics, from algebra and data analysis to geometry and, on the ACT®, trigonometry. Students who begin preparation early have time to identify and close knowledge gaps, build fluency with exam-style problems, and develop the confidence that comes from sustained practice.
For students with significant gaps in foundational math skills, starting even earlier — in middle school or early high school — gives them the strongest possible foundation heading into test prep.
If your student's test date is approaching sooner, contact us and we'll build a focused plan around the time they have.
Mathnasium of Andover offers math test prep as part of a flat monthly membership fee. Pricing depends on your student's individual plan and session schedule.
For specific pricing information, please contact our center directly — we're happy to walk you through the options and find a plan that fits your student's goals and your family's needs.
The number of sessions depends on your student's current skill level, the exam they're preparing for, and how much time is available before test day.
As a general guide, most students preparing for a major exam such as the SAT®, PSAT®, or ACT® attend two sessions per week over three to six months. For state assessments or classroom exams, the timeline may be shorter, depending on the student's starting point and goals.
After the diagnostic assessment, we'll have a clear picture of what your student needs and can recommend a session schedule that gives them the best chance of success.
Yes! Students can join live, face-to-face online sessions with our specially trained tutors in Andover and follow the same personalized learning plan as they would in the center.
No, both formats provide the same personalized learning plan, face-to-face instruction, and caring guidance from our tutors. Many families choose a combination of in-center and online sessions for added flexibility around busy schedules and exam timelines.
Yes. Our tutors understand the Minnesota Academic Standards for Mathematics and the expectations of local schools in Andover, Oak Grove, St. Francis, and surrounding communities.
When appropriate, we align personalized learning plans with state standards and classroom goals to support both school performance and exam preparation.
Getting started is easy! Email us at [email protected] or schedule a free consultation online.
During the assessment, we'll identify your student's current skill level, knowledge gaps, and exam goals, and use those insights to build their personalized learning plan.
Most students begin their test prep sessions within just a few days of their consultation.
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1573 154th Ave NW, #108
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