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August 30, 2026 10 min read

How to Prepare for the Regis High School HSPT: STEM Critical Thinking & Quantitative Skills Guide (2026)

Regis High School's HSPT is one of the most competitive Catholic school entrance exams in New York City — and your son gets exactly one shot at it. This guide covers the 2026–2027 exam dates, what the Quantitative Skills and Mathematics sections actually test, and how STEM critical thinking practice gives Regis applicants a measurable edge.

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August 30, 2026 9 min read

HSPT Practice Test Prep for Renaissance High School Detroit: What 8th Graders Need to Know in 2026

Renaissance High School Detroit uses a three-part scoring system — HSPT score, GPA, and a 750-word persuasive essay — to select incoming 9th graders. This post breaks down every component of DPSCD's High School Placement Test and shows exactly how to prepare before the November exam. Detroit 8th graders applying through DPSCD have a clear prep roadmap here.

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August 29, 2026 9 min read

How to Get Into Paul Laurence Dunbar High School Baltimore: BCPS Composite Score Guide (2026–2027)

Paul Laurence Dunbar High School admissions in Baltimore is decided by a composite score up to 800 — built from MCAP ELA and Math percentiles plus weighted grades. This guide explains the exact formula, the 610 minimum threshold, and how targeted MCAP practice can raise your child's composite score before the spring test window closes.

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August 29, 2026 10 min read

Poolesville SMCS Magnet Test Prep 2026: What Every 8th Grader Needs to Know

The Poolesville SMCS magnet test is changing for 2025-26 — and most prep guides are already out of date. This guide covers the current test format, the October-February admissions timeline, and exactly how to prepare for every component of the SMCS application, from the on-site essay to the written application responses.

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August 28, 2026 9 min read

What HSPT Score Do You Need to Get Into Notre Dame Prep Scottsdale? (Percentiles, Scholarships & Placement Explained)

Wondering what HSPT score Notre Dame Prep Scottsdale expects from applicants? This guide covers the national percentile benchmarks that matter for admission, merit scholarships, and freshman course-track placement — including the Thomas Aquinas Program — plus a realistic HSPT prep plan starting in 7th grade.

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August 28, 2026 8 min read

HSPT Quantitative Skills Practice: The STEM Reasoning Section Explained for NDB Applicants

The HSPT Quantitative Skills section catches even strong math students off guard every December at Notre Dame High School Belmont. This guide explains exactly what it tests, why STEM critical thinking practice moves scores more than math drills do, and how to build your prep plan around NDB's December 6, 2025 test date.

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August 27, 2026 9 min read

Moreau Catholic High School HSPT Prep Guide 2027: Scores, Sections & Scholarship Strategy

One test date. No retakes. Real stakes. This guide gives Bay Area families concrete HSPT score targets, Diocese of Oakland percentile context, and a combined test-plus-essay strategy built around how Moreau Catholic's Scholarship Committee actually reviews applications.

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August 27, 2026 8 min read

Mullen High School Writing Exercise: What to Expect and How to Practice (2026)

Most Mullen applicant families spend months preparing for the HSPT — and almost none prepare for the on-site writing exercise administered immediately after the January interview. This guide covers both components, with concrete score targets, key dates, and practice strategies specific to Mullen High School's Denver Catholic admissions process.

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August 26, 2026 11 min read

Mercy High School Burlingame HSPT Prep Guide 2026: Scores, Timeline & What to Expect

The Mercy High School Burlingame HSPT is your daughter's one shot at admission — no retakes allowed. This guide covers realistic score benchmarks for a competitive Bay Area Catholic school, the full admissions timeline from September through March, and a 12-week prep plan built around the December test date.

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August 26, 2026 9 min read

How to Qualify for DeBakey High School: Understanding the HISD Magnet Matrix Score (2026 Guide)

DeBakey High School admissions requirements hinge entirely on one number: your child's HISD Magnet Matrix score. This guide explains both matrix formulas, what STAAR and GPA scores your 7th grader needs, and how to build a 12-month prep plan that maximizes eligibility for Houston's most competitive high school magnet.

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