National Assessments
ACT
The ACT offers assessments needed for College/University Admissions.
An average score of 18 on ACT English and Reading can be used as a concordant score for FSA ELA
An ACT score of 16 on math can be used as a concordant for Algebra 1 EOC
Taking the ACT test can increase your chances of earning new or better scholarships.
Colleges use ACT scores to place you in the right classes at the right level. And, your ACT score can help you place out of remedial coursework rather than sitting for additional placement tests on campus — saving time and money!
Students who take the ACT can use a calculator for the entire math section!
Every question on the ACT is based on the high school curriculum you are already familiar with.
The ACT gives you the chance to stand out with a unique STEM score, a measure of preparedness for courses in STEM related majors.
PSAT College Board
PSAT/NMSQT is also offered by College Board
Students can qualify for National Merit Scholarships by taking PSAT/NMSQT in their Junior year of high school
All 10th grade students have the opportunity to take the PSAT/NMSQT this is provided by the state of FLORIDA
PSAT/NMSQT 430 can be used as a concordant for the Algebra 1 EOC graduation requirement
Post-Secondary Education Readiness Test (P.E.R.T.)
PERT is used for students who would like to take Dual Enrollment classes.
The purpose of Florida’s Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (P.E.R.T.) is to adequately assess your academic skills in mathematics, reading and writing through the delivery of three assessments, one for each of these areas. The results of these assessments are used to determine your placement into appropriate courses at your college.
You cannot pass or fail the P.E.R.T. – it is only used to determine which courses are best for you.
SAT College Board
SAT is an assessment offered by College Board that is used for College/University Admissions
The SAT contains 3 sections: Reading. Writing & Language. Math (No Calculator & Calculator Sections)
SAT Reading, Writing & Language can be used as a Concordant Score for the FSA ELA required for Graduation
SAT Math can be used as a Concordant Score for the Algebra 1 EOC required for Graduation