Free SHSAT Practice TestFind Out Exactly Where Your Child Stands
Most practice tests give you a score and stop there. This one breaks down performance across every skill area SHSATlab tracks — so you see not just how they did, but which specific gaps are costing the most points and exactly what to fix before October.
- 114 questions matching the 2026 digital SHSAT format
- Scaled score estimate on the 200–800 scale
- Skill-by-skill breakdown across 33 tracked areas
- Personalized AI study plan built from your results
What's Included in the Free Practice Test
Not just a practice test — a complete picture of where your child stands and exactly what to do next.
33-Skill Breakdown
SHSATlab tracks 33 specific skill areas across Math and ELA — so you see exactly which ones need work, not just an overall score.
Scaled Score Estimate
See where you'd land on the 200–800 scale and how close you are to each school's cutoff score.
Topic-by-Topic Breakdown
Know exactly where points are being lost — not just overall, but by every individual topic.
AI Personalized Study Plan
A week-by-week prep schedule built around your results, target school, and available study hours.
School Cutoff Comparison
See how your score compares to all 8 NYC specialized high school cutoffs in one view.
No Time Limit to Start
Take it all at once or across sessions. Your progress is saved and the results wait for you.
How the Free SHSAT Practice Test Works
Create a Free Account
Sign up in under 2 minutes. Free to start — no credit card, no subscription required.
Take the Practice Test
Answer 114 SHSAT-style questions across 33 skill areas in ELA and Math. Take it on your schedule, progress saves automatically.
Get Your Results & Study Plan
Receive a scaled score estimate, a full topic breakdown, and a personalized AI study plan showing exactly what to fix first.
NYC Specialized High School Score Cutoffs
After the free practice test, you'll see exactly how your score compares to each school's cutoff.
Approximate historical cutoffs. Official scores released annually by NYC DOE.
Ready to take the free SHSAT practice test?
Takes about 3 hours. Progress saves automatically. Results and study plan are instant.
Start Free Practice TestFrequently Asked Questions
Is this SHSAT practice test really free?
Yes, completely free. No credit card, no trial period. SHSATlab's full-length SHSAT practice test — covering all 33 official topics across ELA and Math — is free to take. After completing it, you receive a scaled score estimate, a topic-by-topic performance breakdown, and an AI-generated personalized study plan at no cost.
How long is the SHSAT practice test?
The real SHSAT is 3 hours long with 114 questions (57 Math + 57 ELA). SHSATlab's free practice test mirrors this format. You can complete it in one session or across multiple sessions — your progress is saved.
What score do I need to get into Stuyvesant, Brooklyn Tech, or Bronx Science?
Stuyvesant typically requires a scaled SHSAT score around 560–580+. Bronx Science is typically 510–530+. Brooklyn Tech is typically 485–510+. SHSATlab tracks cutoff scores for all 8 NYC specialized high schools so you always prep with a real target.
Does this match the 2026 digital SHSAT format?
Yes. The SHSAT moved to a fully digital, computer-adaptive format starting Fall 2025–2026. SHSATlab's practice test is built for the digital format and includes Technology-Enhanced Item (TEI) question types — inline dropdowns, multi-select, and more — that paper prep books cannot simulate.
What do I get after taking the practice test?
A scaled score estimate (200–800 scale), a breakdown across SHSATlab's 33 skill areas, a personalized study plan prioritized by your weakest areas, and a recommended target school based on your score trajectory.
Before You Start: Helpful Reading
Understand how the SHSAT works so your practice test results make sense.
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