If your child is preparing to take the HSPT, 51Թ can help them get ready with powerful HSPT test prep offerings. HSPT prep may help your student get more out of the time they've already planned on devoting to studying for their upcoming test. If you'd like to learn more about how an HSPT class can positively impact your child's study sessions, then continue reading. Or, you can get in touch with us today if you're ready to get your student started with an HSPT course now.
The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is a standardized exam taken by eighth-graders interested in enrolling in a private or independent high school for ninth grade. A student's score on the HSPT may be used as a part of the admissions process at the schools they apply to. It could also influence the scholarships a student is offered or where the classes they can start taking once they begin studying at their high school. HSPT test prep can help your child get ready for this important exam. More information on how HSPT prep can help your student pursue their test goals is available below.
First, here are some of the sections your student will encounter while taking the HSPT:
HSPT Required Sections
- Language
- Mathematics
- Quantitative
- Reading
- Verbal
HSPT tutoring is a unique way for your student to prepare for their exam. They'll be able to work with HSPT tutors who are experts on the material your child is studying. Since HSPT preparation takes place through one-on-one learning sessions, your student will be able to get help with the specific subject areas they need to study the most. Similarly, the intimate academic setting that HSPT test preparation takes place in means your student can save time during their test preparation process by avoiding the material they already understand. This is why HSPT classes can be such a valuable addition to any student's study plan.
Below, you'll find some helpful tips for getting started with the HSPT preparation process:
Suggested HSPT Test-Taking Strategies
- Listen to and read the directions for each subtest carefully.
- Pace yourself - Time limits are set for each subtest. Try not to spend too much time on one item. You should be notified when a subtest's time is 50% complete
- Read each question carefully.
- Work out the problem on scratch paper. No calculators allowed.
- There's no penalty for incorrect answers, so guess rather than leaving problems blank.
- Check your work. If there is time left, go back and review your answers.
Naama: HSPT test prep instructor
...I've done private SAT Prep tutoring both here and in New York, as well as prep for other standardized tests such as the ISEE, SSAT, and HSPT. I also teach a bi-weekly SAT Prep course in Glendale, and an advanced Competition Math class for two age groups (6-8 and 9-12). It's a lot of fun! I've always found math pretty neat and like to get students interested in it too! I love to travel and...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- ISEE
- SAT
- ACT
- +41 subjects
Kelsey: HSPT test prep instructor
...loves tutoring to help others feel passionate about their own educational paths. Kelsey still attributes her academic successes to the study tactics she developed during her formative elementary and high school years, and she believes that all students (regardless of their field of focus) need to build a solid foundation in writing, reading comprehension, grammatical and syntactical knowledge, and time management techniques. Kelsey has experience working with students of all ages and a wide range...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- ACT
- PSAT
- GED
- +79 subjects
Julie: HSPT test prep instructor
...career I worked with students as young as preschool and as old as high school seniors on their reading and writing skills. I truly believe that reading and writing is the key to understanding and interacting with the world in a positive way. I know certain books have changed my life and I hope to instill the same passion I have for the written word within all my students! I have been teaching both high...
Education & Certification
- Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
- University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Urban Education
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- ISEE
- +26 subjects
Luke: HSPT test prep instructor
...into my world and out of their comfort zones. I learned how to gently push people past their fears. I learned how to use a combination of encouragement and technical knowledge to help people reach their goals. I learned how to read people and find the roots of their struggles. Through this, I could discover the best way to approach each individual and create a plan of action that worked best for their unique needs....
Education & Certification
- Colorado College - Bachelors, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- SSAT
- ISEE
- ACT
- +39 subjects
David: HSPT test prep instructor
...and I have found that students may learn in different ways and all can excel. I like to present material in an engaging and relevant manner so that we can all learn and achieve success. One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students...
Education & Certification
- Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- ISAT
- PSAT
- SAT
- +37 subjects
Cynthia: HSPT test prep instructor
...Princeton University, home for the summer in the Philadelphia area. I was a Neuroscience major, and I will be pursuing my PhD in Neuroscience in the fall at Johns Hopkins. I have been tutoring high school students outside of class in college and involved in STEM academics and research mentorship as well as a translation program from and to English outside of class. I speak Japanese and French, and I have taken the PSATs, SATs,...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Neuroscience
- Johns Hopkins University - PHD, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- SSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- PSAT
- +72 subjects
John: HSPT test prep instructor
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is allowed to understand the material rather than be lectured at, they're more likely to do well in the future.
Education & Certification
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
- University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- SAT
- STAAR
- PSAT
- +110 subjects
Kaan: HSPT test prep instructor
...I came back into tutoring with almost 4 more years of studying under my belt ready to get kids to want to learn. I pride myself getting students to be as confident in their answers, as I am in mine. My area of expertise ranges from algebra to physics to test prep and even basic Spanish. Everyone has a different way of learning, and everyone is motivated is different ways. I'm here to help you...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Current Undergrad, Electrical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- SSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ISEE
- +41 subjects
Daniel: HSPT test prep instructor
...try to discover the root of the problem, usually a misunderstood or inadequately explained concept. Once I find the problem area, I can explain it as clearly and as simply as possible. If the student doesn't "get" the explanation the first time, I am willing to spend as much time on the concept as the student needs. In my spare time, I enjoy playing the piano, making and playing video games, and spending time with...
Education & Certification
- University of Dallas - Current Undergrad, Mathematics/Science
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- SSAT
- ACT
- SAT
- +36 subjects
Amanda: HSPT test prep instructor
...law or public policy. While attending university, I spent my free time finding ways to positively impact and further educate my community through my involvement as a campus tour guide, writing tutor, sexual assault counselor, and Greek life leader. I love traveling and have visited over 25 different countries and am particularly interested in the ways that writing and culture have symbiotically shaped human history. As a college graduate and an alumna of a Seattle...
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, English
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SSAT
- +37 subjects
Thomas: HSPT test prep instructor
...philosophies of education helped me establish a conceptual foundation of contemporary ideologies and approaches. This ground-up familiarity with modern tutoring methods/resources enables me to cater my approach for each session, especially in the small-group instructional environment. As a counterpoint, my work with Breakthrough gave me the opportunity to scale my mentorship skills to a larger audience, as well as adapt my approaches to a new demographic (public/charter students in an under-performing district). While work with...
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelors, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- SHSAT
- ISEE
- SAT
- +53 subjects
Naftali: HSPT test prep instructor
...experience, there is no best approach for how to tutor students. Every student is different and should be taught in a way that helps them better understand both the subject matter in front of them and themselves as a student. I believe that the healthy combination of creativity and patience can lead to the solution of almost any problem in life. In my spare time, I enjoy reading (graphic and classic) novels, practicing yoga, writing...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Current Undergrad, Dramatic Writing
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SHSAT
- +54 subjects
Amy: HSPT test prep instructor
...graduated from Middlebury College in 2012 with High Honors in Neuroscience, and now plan to attend medical school. I am a diligent worker and consistently ensure that I am prepared to meet the student's needs. I am exceptionally patient and excellent at developing creative ways for learning when I see a student needs a new approach. Further, from years of experience taking standardized tests (including the SAT and MCAT), AP classes, college courses, and pre-medical...
Education & Certification
- Middlebury College - Bachelors, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- SAT
- TACHS
- SSAT
- +60 subjects
Jing: HSPT test prep instructor
I am deeply passionate about the field of education. I look forward to tutoring and helping individuals who are dedicated to their future. I am happy to offer advice about college applications and career counseling as well. I can't wait to meet you!
Education & Certification
- Georgetown University - Current Undergrad, Psychology & Political Economics
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- SSAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +53 subjects
Sean: HSPT test prep instructor
...Cornell University with a BS in engineering physics, and a math minor. I have been tutoring for more than 6 years. For 2.5 years, I taught math to Cornell Engineering undergraduates, and I looked forward to it every week! On 51Թ, I tutor up to college level mathematics and physics, test prep (including AP courses, and SAT reading/writing). Explaining difficult math and science concepts in plain English is my forte. I love teaching and...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SSAT
- +67 subjects
Sheena: HSPT test prep instructor
...on Math 1 and 2, and HSPT. I genuinely love tutoring these subjects as well as math and writing. I believe strongly that my role as a tutor is to help my students approach the material with an anxiety-free, systematic approach. I know just how to make the testing environment one where a student feels both perfectly at ease and well equipped to succeed. I know first hand that testing and learning can be all...
Education & Certification
- Macaulay Honors College at Hunter College - Bachelors, Economics, Chinese
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- TACHS
- ISEE
- SAT
- +48 subjects
Margot: HSPT test prep instructor
...of my main goals as a tutor is to ease the stress in students' lives. I'm here to help your workload feel manageable (and hopefully fun!) and to encourage you to do your best work. I take this attitude and my teaching style and adapt it to the needs of each individual student. We'll work together to figure out how YOU learn best, what approaches work well for you, and ultimately, how we can achieve...
Education & Certification
- Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Double Major in Music and Theater
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- TACHS
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +57 subjects
Rachel: HSPT test prep instructor
...positive results that ensued. The experience I had with 51Թ inspired me to return two years later as a tutor with the hope of assisting students in reaching their full potential and attaining their ultimate goals. I have ample experience with test preparation as I have personally taken the ISEE, HSPT, PSAT, SAT, and ACT. I am an avid reader and a passionate writer and am confident that I can help students improve in...
Education & Certification
- Vanderbilt University - Bachelor of Science, Economics and Human and Organizational Development
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- PSAT
- +45 subjects
Erin: HSPT test prep instructor
...and about 4 years of experience teaching GRE and GMAT. As far as hobbies go, I enjoy reading science fiction, classic literature, and comic books. Rock-climbing is a big thing for me, as is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I'm also into dancing, including salsa, bachata, zouk, swing, and Argentine tango. Also I love science! I study it every day to make sure I'm on top of the classes I teach. I look forward to seeing you soon!
Education & Certification
- Stanford - Bachelors, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- ISEE
- SAT
- ACT
- +77 subjects
Arun: HSPT test prep instructor
...only with immediate academic gains, but with future success as well. In school environments, students often do not receive individualized attention that seeks out the gaps in their understanding. By spending time with my student, I can assess those gaps and fill them, helping my students improve. All the knowledge in the world will amount to naught if you don't have the confidence to apply it. I build up my student's confidence, not with platitudes...
Education & Certification
- George Washington University - Bachelors, Physics
Subject Expertise
- HSPT
- SHSAT
- TACHS
- ISEE
- +32 subjects