The Math Kangaroo Competition is an international mathematics contest designed to inspire students in grades K–12 to develop problem-solving skills and mathematical thinking. Each year, tens of thousands of students from the United States, along with over six million participants from around the world, take part in Math Kangaroo.

Competition Formats

Math Kangaroo Individual Competition

• Held annually in March
• For individual students (grades K-12)
• In-person, online, remote or virtual options
• Emphasis on personal achievement
• Individual awards and rankings

Math Kangaroo Team Competition

• Held annually in the Fall
• School- or center-based teams
• In-person
• Collaboration and strategy
• Team recognition and awards