SSAT TEST PREP

How to Read Your Child’s SSAT Scores

Not sure how to read your child’s SSAT scores? We will break it down for you. Your child’s SSAT scores report will contain the following information. Number of Items: The number of items in the content sections and subsections. Percent Correct: The percentage of correct answers for the content sections and subsections. Number Correct: The number of correct answers for the content sections and subsections. Scaled Score Percentile Rank: The scaled score percentile rank is…

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Taking Multiple SSAT Tests

It can be very helpful for students to take multiple SSAT tests. Our recommendation is to start test prep before testing the first time, then continue test prep up until the second test date. Testing multiple times may give students an advantage if they are already familiar with the test. It can be beneficial for students to have the experience of taking the test the first time, then reviewing those results with the tutor, strengthening…

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SAO: The Standard Application Online

The Standard Application Online (SAO) is the most efficient way of applying to private schools. Why spend hours pouring over multiple application forms and essays when the Standard Application Online is accepted at over 400 top private schools in North America? Save yourself the time and frustration of individual applications by starting your Standard Application Online today. So how does the Standard Application Online work? The SAO is your best option for submitting private school…

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SSAT Testing Options Explained

Is your child taking the SSAT? It’s important to be aware of all the different SSAT testing options available for them. There are currently four different SSAT testing options: 1. SSAT At Home 2. SSAT Flex Test 3. Prometric Test Center 4. Paper-Based SSAT SSAT At Home Testing Option It’s time to reimagine the future of testing—and EMA is at the forefront with the SSAT at Home, a new at-home administration of the SSAT. SSAT…

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Practice for the Middle Level SSAT with These Prompts

Although the SSAT essay is not scored, it is still important to do your very best, as it will be sent to the admissions officer of the schools to which you are applying. Practicing ahead of time with some essay prompts is a good idea. Although the Writing Sample will not affect your SSAT score, admissions officers consider your Writing Sample an important component of your application. They will look for a strong writing style…

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Practice for the Upper Level SSAT with These Prompts

The SSAT includes a 25-minute Writing Sample of one to two pages in length. Upper Level SSAT students will be asked to choose between writing a story and writing an essay in response to a question. The essay topics tend to be broad and varied. In some cases, you will be asked to take a side on an issue (in other words, you will be asked to write a persuasive essay). In some cases, you…

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Taking Multiple SSAT Tests

It can be very helpful for students to take multiple SSAT tests. Our recommendation is to start test prep before testing the first time, then continue test prep up until the second test date. Testing multiple times may give students an advantage if they are already familiar with the test. It can be beneficial for students to have the experience of taking the test the first time, then reviewing those results with the tutor, strengthening…

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The Standard Application Online for Private Schools

The Standard Application Online (SAO) is the most efficient way of applying to private schools. Why spend hours pouring over multiple application forms and essays when our premier common application is accepted at over 400 top private schools in North America? Save yourself the time and frustration of individual applications by starting your SAO today. So how does the SAO work? The SAO is your best option for submitting private school applications for students entering…

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How to Read Your Child’s SSAT Scores

Not sure how to read your child’s SSAT scores? We will break it down for you. Your child’s SSAT scores report will contain the following information. Number of Items: The number of items in the content sections and subsections. Percent Correct: The percentage of correct answers for the content sections and subsections. Number Correct: The number of correct answers for the content sections and subsections. Scaled Score Percentile Rank: The scaled score percentile rank is…

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SSAT Testing Options and Types Explained

Is your child taking the SSAT? It’s important to be aware of all the different testing options available for them. There are currently four different SSAT testing options: 1. SSAT At Home 2. SSAT Flex Test 3. Prometric Test Center 4. Paper-Based SSAT SSAT At Home Testing Option It’s time to reimagine the future of testing—and EMA is at the forefront with the SSAT at Home, a new at-home administration of the SSAT. SSAT at…

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