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Bishop Gorman High School requires the HSPT for every incoming freshman — and your child gets one real shot to make it count. This guide covers every section of the test, how scores affect academic track placement, and exactly how to prepare for the Quantitative Skills and essay sections that trip up the most applicants.
Bishop Hartley High School requires the HSPT and a timed scholarship essay — two high-stakes assessments that most 8th graders face without school-specific guidance. This guide covers the Diocese of Columbus November and December test windows, realistic score targets for admission and scholarship consideration, and exactly how STEM Critical Thinking and Essay Writing practice tests build the skills Bishop Hartley's Scholarship Committee evaluates.
The BCS Specialty Schools Entrance Exam is one of the least-documented admissions tests in Alabama — and that puts unprepared families at a real disadvantage every January. This guide explains exactly what Princeton, EPIC, J.H. Phillips, and W.J. Christian applicants face on test day, how ACAP scores factor in for grades 5–8, and what a smart prep timeline looks like starting now.
The Benjamin Franklin High School admissions test is based on the Iowa Test of Basic Skills — and the Franklin Admissions Matrix turns those scores into eligibility points in ways that catch most families off guard. This guide covers what's on the test, how the matrix works, and how to prepare your 8th grader before the November test date.
The ASFA Math & Science audition replaces a traditional performance with two rounds of on-campus written tests — and no public resource explains what's actually on them. This guide breaks down Round 1 vs. Round 2 by subject matter, format, and difficulty, plus gives you a realistic prep timeline before the January deadline.
One Saturday in November determines whether your son earns a spot at Archbishop Moeller — and which scholarship tier he lands in. This prep guide covers every HSPT section, Moeller-specific score benchmarks, the application essay, and a 10-week study timeline built around the Archdiocese of Cincinnati's single test date.
Is HSAT test prep worth it for your 8th grader? This honest cost-benefit analysis for Chicago parents breaks down the CPS High School Admissions Test scoring system, who gains the most from prep, and when a $3,000 tutor isn't the answer. Learn exactly how the 900-point system works and what affordable alternatives can do.
The CPS HSAT gives your child one shot — no retakes, 60 minutes, and 450 points on the line. This guide breaks down exactly how STEM critical thinking skills drive HSAT math performance, how the 900-point scoring system works, and when to start preparing for Chicago selective enrollment in 2026.
The Towson High School Law and Public Policy admissions assessment includes 70 multiple-choice questions, a timed on-site essay, and a Personal Inventory — and most families walk in underprepared. This guide breaks down every component of the THS LPP assessment and gives you a concrete prep roadmap for the 2026–2027 BCPS magnet application cycle.
Getting a TJHSST waitpool notification after April 30 is not the end of the road. This post explains exactly how the waitpool works, what sophomore transfer looks like, and how to use the time between now and the next application cycle to build the essay writing skills TJ reviewers are looking for.