School Prep Guides
TAG Dallas Timed Essay: What It Tests, How It's Scored, and How to Practice (2026)
The TAG Townview on-campus timed essay is worth 25 out of 100 points — more than your child's entire GPA score. This guide explains exactly how the TAG Dallas timed essay is scored, what graders reward, and how timed writing practice tests give 8th graders a real edge before assessment day.