School Prep Guides
What Is the HSPT STEM Critical Thinking Section? A Complete Prep Guide for 8th Graders Applying to Tampa Catholic (2026)
The HSPT STEM Critical Thinking section is the most overlooked part of Tampa Catholic High School's admissions test — and it directly affects honors course placement. This guide explains exactly what the section tests, what scores matter, and how 8th graders in the Tampa Bay area can prepare before the one-shot November test date.