From Algebra 1/2 on, the higher-level books remove the mental math problems and incorporate more frequent testing.
The Saxon math program has a specific set of products to support homeschoolers, including solution keys and ready-made tests, which makes it popular among some homeschool families.
It has also been adopted as an alternative to reform mathematics programs in public and private schools.
Saxon teaches memorization of algorithms, unlike many reform texts.
In some reviews, such as those performed by the nonprofit curriculum rating site EdReports.org,[4] Saxon Math is ranked poorly because it is not aligned with the Common Core State Standards Initiative.