Clear, up-to-date guides on the SHSAT, NYC's specialized high schools, and test preparation — written for parents navigating the process.
The biggest SHSAT change in decades. What's different, the new no-going-back rules, and how to prepare.
Read guide → SHSAT BasicsEverything NYC parents need to know: what it is, which schools require it, what's tested, and how competitive it is.
Read guide → Prep TimingA grade-by-grade timeline — from building fundamentals in 6th grade to intensive digital practice before the test.
Read guide → Test ComparisonTwo very different tests for very different purposes. A clear side-by-side comparison for NYC families.
Read guide → Admissions GuideThe nine schools, how SHSAT admission works, key 2026-2027 dates, and how competitive it really is.
Read guide →Top Score Prep offers SHSAT preparation for Grades 6–9 — small groups and 1-on-1, weekday and Saturday.
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