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SHSAT Math Critical Thinking: The Question Types That Decide Brooklyn Tech Admission
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August 06, 2026 9 min read

SHSAT Math Critical Thinking: The Question Types That Decide Brooklyn Tech Admission

Brooklyn Technical High School accepts roughly 5% of SHSAT registrants, and the math section's multi-step word problems are the biggest differentiator. This post breaks down the exact SHSAT critical thinking question types that decide admission, explains the planned 2026 computer-adaptive format changes, and shows how targeted STEM critical thinking practice can push your 7th or 8th grader past Brooklyn Tech's ~506 composite cutoff.

How to Get Into Brooklyn Tech in 2026: SHSAT Scores, Cutoffs & STEM Prep Guide
Essay Writing & STEM Critical Thinking
June 05, 2026 11 min read

How to Get Into Brooklyn Tech in 2026: SHSAT Scores, Cutoffs & STEM Prep Guide

Brooklyn Tech's 2026 SHSAT cutoff was 506 for 8th graders — and the test is going fully adaptive in fall 2026. This guide covers exact score targets, the new digital format, and a STEM-focused prep timeline starting in 7th grade. If your child has Brooklyn Technical High School on their list, here's what you need to know now.