Test Prep Chicago’s free point calculator for selective enrollment high schools has been updated according to last year’s cut-off scores, which increased from the previous year.
The admissions process for Selective Enrollment High Schools consists of two 450 point parts (900 total points). The two parts are:
7th grade grades in Reading, Math, Science and Social Studies: 450 points
CPS High School Admissions Test: 450 points
To use the point calculator, enter your student’s 7th grade grades and select the socio-economic tier in which you live. If you’re not sure which tier that is, the point calculator will direct you to the CPS Locator. Once your student’s grades and CPS tier have been entered, click the “calculate” button.
The calculator will then show you the points your student has earned based on their 7th grade grades. Underneath this is a table showing the exam score they will need to achieve based on their grades, tier neighborhood, and the total points required by each selective enrollment high school based on last year’s cutoff scores. This includes a breakdown of the minimum total score required, exam points needed, as well as the exam score needed.
Test Prep Chicago has a similar calculator for Academic Center admissions, based on 5th grade grades and group tiers. To find out the scores your student would need for admission to Chicago’s Academic Centers, click here.
Anna Jordan, Tutoring Coordinator
anna@testprepchicago.com
(312) 848-1266