Standardized Testing
Students at Thomas Jefferson take the PSAT in grades 9, 10, and 11. In the middle of Junior year each student meets with the college counselor individually to create a personalized testing plan and to discuss test prep options. Students are also directed to ACT testing resources.
As standardized testing plans are individual, and the scores belong solely to the student, students are responsible for registering themselves for all standardized tests, as well as for sending official test scores from the testing agencies to universities that require them. The College Counseling office is available to assist students with registration, as well as guide students as to when and how they can send their scores.
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Testing with Accomodations
Students may qualify for accommodations on standardized tests including extra time, breaks, and additional supports. If a student believes they may qualify, they should consult with Associate Head of School, Jane Roth (jroth@tjs.org). -
Test Optional Colleges
Many schools are moving away from requiring standardized test scores. While the conversation of whether or not to report standardized test scores is specific to each student and program, there are more resources available to support test optional application processes.
FairTest.org is an organization that “works to end the misuses and flaws of standardized testing and to ensure that evaluation of students, teachers and schools is fair, open, valid and educationally beneficial.” You can find a searchable list of schools who either deemphasize testing or do not use it at all in admissions decisions on their website. -
SAT Information
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ACT Information
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Testing Resources
Khan Academy (SAT Practice) - Interactive SAT practice questions and more.SAT Practice Tests - Eight official SAT practice tests for free.The Critical Reader - Erica Meltzer’s blog is replete with useful test strategies and guidance.
Thomas Jefferson School
4100 S. Lindbergh Boulevard
Saint Louis, MO 63127
P. F. (314) 843-3527
Saint Louis, MO 63127
P. F. (314) 843-3527
