| S.B.H.S SCHOOL CODE |
| 310-802 |
| TEST CENTER |
| MONMOUTH JUNCTION |
| TEST CENTER # FOR SAT |
| 31-517 |
| TEST CENTER # FOR ACT |
| 162-010 |
PSAT
This exam is given once a year in October. ALL college-bound sophomores and juniors should register to take this test. This is a practice SAT I exam to acclimate the students to the SAT and to provide predictive information for SAT performance. It is also used by the National Merit Corporation to identify highly qualified juniors for recognition.
SAT
This is a three and one-half hour test, divided into three sections, which includes Critical Reading, Mathematical, and Writing. The score ranges from 200-800 in each section. It is recommended that students take the exam two or three times, two of which should be in their junior year.
ACT
This test is an alternative to the SAT. It can be taken during a student's junior and senior years. The ACT is divided into four parts, Math, English, Science Reasoning, Reading, and has an optional Writing section. The student will receive a composite score from 1-36. Students with a solid course background are encouraged to take the ACT test as an alternative to or in addition to the SAT.
SAT II (Subject Tests)
Students applying to selective schools are required to take the SAT II subject area tests (usually three exams). Each test is one hour long so students can take one, two or three at one administration. Each subject score ranges from 200-800. Students taking advanced coursework in math or science in their freshman or sophomore years may wish to take the related exam; ask your teacher or counselor for more information. Most students take the SAT II subject tests at the end of their junior year or beginning of their senior year. You should consult your counselor for the timing of the test.