How Many ALEKS Topics Equal 1 Percent?
Trying to estimate your ALEKS progress? Here’s how to calculate how many topics make up 1% of your course—and what it means for finishing on time.
Quick Summary
- The number of topics per 1% depends on your course (Algebra, Chemistry, Statistics, etc.).
- You can estimate your progress by dividing the total topics by 100.
- Failing Knowledge Checks may reset your progress and change your pie chart percentages.
Topics Per Percent by ALEKS Subject
| Subject | Average Total Topics | Topics per 1% |
|---|---|---|
| Algebra | 250 | ~2.5 |
| Chemistry | 210 | ~2.1 |
| Statistics | 180 | ~1.8 |
| Precalculus | 230 | ~2.3 |
Note: These are averages. Your course may vary slightly depending on instructor settings or custom modules.
How Course Size Affects ALEKS Percent Progress
The total number of topics in your ALEKS course directly affects how much progress 1% represents. In smaller courses, every topic you complete moves the percentage up faster. In larger courses, it takes more effort to bump your score.
- Smaller courses (under 150 topics): 1% might equal just 1–1.5 topics
- Medium courses (150–220 topics): Expect ~2 topics per 1%
- Larger courses (250+ topics): 1% might require 2.5 or more topics
This is why some students feel “stuck” on certain percentages—they’re completing topics, but the pie doesn’t move much.
Knowledge Checks Can Set You Back
Many students don’t realize that failing a Knowledge Check in ALEKS can cause your percentage to drop. This happens when ALEKS thinks you’ve forgotten earlier material and removes topics from your mastered pie.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many topics is 1 percent in ALEKS?
It depends on your course. Just divide the total topic count by 100. For example, 250 topics in Algebra means 2.5 topics per 1%.
Does ALEKS change your percentage if you lose mastery?
Yes. Failing a Knowledge Check may reduce your progress and affect how many topics equal each percent.
Can I see the total number of topics in ALEKS?
Yes. Go to your pie chart and check the “Total Topics” or “Remaining Topics” count. If it’s not visible, use the report tab.
What if I need to finish 10% quickly?
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Why does my percentage sometimes go down after a Knowledge Check?
ALEKS uses adaptive testing. If you miss questions in a Knowledge Check, it assumes you’ve forgotten material and will remove previously mastered topics—lowering your percentage even if you’ve done more work.
Can I game the ALEKS system to get more percent per topic?
No. ALEKS calculates percentages based on your mastery pie and total topic count. However, staying consistent and avoiding topic resets can help you make steady progress.
Can I just do the easiest topics first to boost my percentage?
Yes, but ALEKS may eventually require you to complete harder topics to unlock more of the pie. We can help strategically tackle the most efficient path to 100%.