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Testing
Find out which standardized test the schools require. Then read more about how the tests are structured and what the school uses them for. Buy a test prep book or two well in advance of the actual test so your child will get lots of test-taking practice.
Admissions Tests
Use this list of common standardized admissions tests to find out about the test or tests your child will have to take in order to get into a private school.
COOP/HSPT/TACHS Test Prep Books
These books will help you prepare specifically for the Catholic high school admissions tests: COOP, HSPT and TACHS.
SSAT/ISEE Test Prep Books
Practice makes perfect! These books will help you prepare specifically for the two most commonly used private school admissions tests.
Understanding the SSAT and ISEE
The SSAT and ISEE are the most commonly administered private school entrance examinations. They basically determine your child's readiness for the rigorous college prep studies most private high schools offer.
How to Prepare for Admissions Tests
How to prepare for and take the common admissions tests for private schools, including the ISEE, SSAT, and TACHS or COOP.
What Is a Good SSAT or ISEE Score?
A description of how the SSAT and ISEE are scored.