Can you go to the bathroom during the SHSAT?
All students taking the SHSAT must stay in testing rooms for the entire standard test administration time (180 minutes), with the exception of using the bathroom.
When should I start preparing for SHSAT?
Practice makes perfect, and there’s no such thing as too much time when it comes to preparing for the SHSAT. We encourage students to begin prepping for the test in 7th grade and continue in the summer before 8th grade.
Will there be an SHSAT in 2020?
The 2021 SHSAT will be held in October for eighth graders and in November for ninth graders applying to Specialized High Schools….Important 2020 SHSAT Dates.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Early September—Mid-October 2020 | Register through your school counselor |
What is the cutoff score for SHSAT 2021?
To be on track for admission into all of the Specialized High Schools, students should have a 400 by the start of 7th grade, a 500 by the end of 7th grade and a 600 by the start of 8th grade. The ultimate goal is to score a 650 by your final practice SHSAT before taking the exam.
Can you use mechanical pencils on the SHSAT?
2 pencil is required for the test. Do not bring a mechanical pencil or a pen.”
How long should you study for SHSAT?
Some students even spend several years preparing for the SHSAT. If you are in 6th or 7th grade, you can certainly start studying early! However, don’t panic if you haven’t started studying yet: 3 or 4 months should give you lots of time to build up your test-taking skills.
Is SHSAT Cancelled?
The SHSAT exam is not cancelled and is still scheduled to take place as usual unless we hear an official update from the Department of Education. We believe it’s very unlikely that the SHSAT exam format will change from the 2020 year, so you can expect 2021 SHSAT to be the same format.
Is SHSAT canceled?
African American and Hispanic families spoke in mass about their concerns over the canceled SHSAT exam, which was scheduled for November 7 and 8, 2020. There has been no future date set or considered by the New York City Department of Education.
What is a good score for SHSAT?
Is the SHSAT administered by New York City?
SHSAT (Specialized High Schools Admissions Test) is an exam administered by the New York City Department of Education which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.
What do you need to know about the SHSAT?
The Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) the sole criterion for admission to 8 of the 9 Specialized High Schools in New York City. The test is broken into two parts and will assess the math and ELA skills taught in school through seventh grade.
Can you take the Grade 9 SHSAT test?
If you are taking the Grade 9 test, take the Grade 8 Sample Tests and practice the Math questions in the packet that are specific to the Grade 9 SHSAT. These questions cover topics that are introduced in the Grade 8 curriculum.
Can a bilingual ELL take the SHSAT test?
Yes. Test proctors will provide English language learners (ELLs) and eligible former ELLs with bilingual mathematics glossaries on the day of the SHSAT. The glossaries provide word-to-word translations of key mathematics terms.