PSAT/SAT Info
PSAT 8/9 sets readiness baseline, PSAT 10 and PSAT/NMSQT allow check-in on student progress, SAT connects students to college
Each school year, Legacy offers students the PSAT/NMSQT in October and the PSAT 9, PSAT 10, and SAT in April. Students typically take the PSAT 9 as a freshman, the PSAT 10 as a sophomore, and the PSAT/NMSQT and SAT as a junior.
College Board Info Pages
College Board is the provider of the SAT Suite of Assessments. The below links take you directly to College Board's information and resources for these exams.Why Should I Take These Exams?
PSAT 9
"Get early feedback on your knowledge in the areas that matter most for college and career readiness."
- College Board
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.25 credit for English score greater than 410 or exceptional growth
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.25 credit for Math score greater than 390 or exceptional growth
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Predictor for SAT performance
PSAT 10
"Measure readiness for college, access scholarships, and practice for the SAT."
- College Board
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.25 credit for English score greater than 430 or exceptional growth
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.25 credit for Math score greater than 440 or exceptional growth
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Predictor for SAT performance
PSAT/NMSQT
"Practice for the SAT, see your progress, enter the National Merit Scholarship Program."
- College Board
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Students must sign up for this test -- it is not automatically offered to all students like the other exams.
SAT
"Most colleges—including those that are test optional—still accept SAT test scores. Together with high school grades, the SAT can show your potential to succeed in college or career."
- College Board
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.25 credit for English score greater than 480 or exceptional growth
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.25 credit for Math score greater than 480 or exceptional growth
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Can help meet graduation requirements
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English CCR for English score greater than 470
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Math CCR for Math score greater than 480
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What Resources are Available?
- College Board Question Bank
- Khan Academy
- ZAPS
- CampusPrep
- Club Z
- Flatirons Tutoring
- Huntington Learning Center
- Sylvan Learning
- Tutoring Club
College Board Question Bank
Khan Academy
ZAPS
CampusPrep
Club Z
Flatirons Tutoring
Huntington Learning Center
Sylvan Learning
Tutoring Club
FAQs
- When do Legacy students take these exams?
- What do I need to bring on test day?
- How do I set up my College Board account to take these tests?
- Am I required to take these tests?
- Do I need to take the SAT for college?
- Should I take the SAT, ACT, or both?
- How many times should I take the SAT?
- What if I qualify for accommodations?
When do Legacy students take these exams?
What do I need to bring on test day?
How do I set up my College Board account to take these tests?
This resource provides step-by-step instructions for setting up your CollegeBoard account.
Am I required to take these tests?
All students are automatically registered for the PSAT 9, the PSAT 10, and the SAT. Families may opt out of these exams by completing a waiver that is released closer to the date of the exam (late March / early April).
While this is an option for families, we encourage students to take the exams for the reasons listed under the "Why Should I Take This Exam?" tab.
Do I need to take the SAT for college?
It depends. While many schools are now test-optional or test-blind, some schools still require SAT/ACT scores to be submitted to be considered for admission. Strong SAT scores can help you get into a school -- even if it is test optional. As well, requirements may change from year to year at the discretion of the college you are applying to.
Should I take the SAT, ACT, or both?
How many times should I take the SAT?
There is no limit on how many times a student can take the SAT, but it will only be offered once to Legacy students in April of their junior year. College Board recommends that students take the exam at least twice as most students get a higher score on their second attempt.
Many colleges also use a process called "superscoring", where the college will combine the student's highest score on that section of the SAT even if those scores are from different test dates.
If students choose to only take the exam once, it is best done during the spring of their junior year (which is what Legacy already offers to all of its students). Most students do not see much of a difference in their score after taking the exam more than three times.
What if I qualify for accommodations?
Students will not test with their accommodations during practice test sessions. The practice test is meant to ensure that students are able to access the digital platform and to familiarize them with the online format.
Students who qualify will receive their accommodations on test day. If students have questions regarding their accommodations, they should reach out to their counselor (504) or case manager (IEP).