Blog - SHSAT

The SHSAT isn’t your typical exam. Instead of getting a pass or fail grade, students receive a scaled score ranging from 200 to 400 for each of the two sections – English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. The total score is 800. The term “passing” in the context of the SHSAT can be a bit […]

Introduction In recent years, New York City lawmakers have attempted to transform the admission process for specialized high schools, selective public high schools, by moving away from the SHSAT (Specialized High School Admissions Test). COVID-19 precautions have further complicated the testing process. In October 2020, Mayor Bill de Blasio and the chancellor initially failed to […]

Throughout New York City sits nine of the cities most elite public high schools. These high schools, aptly named Specialized High schools, provide academic instruction to the city’s brightest students. These high schools each have focused specializations and educate students using the most effective instructional methods. Since these schools are public high schools, any student […]