High School Placement Test
The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is a standardized multiple-choice test (with a short essay) designed to evaluate applicants' basic cognitive and math skills. This is a required step of the admissions process for 8th grade applicants. You may test at any school and request that your scores be shared with La Salle, but we hope you will test with us!
Test Dates:
December 10, 2024 | 3:30-7:05 PM
January 22, 2025 | 1:45-5:15 PM
Cost: $25
How to Register: You may register for the test in your admissions account.
Students who are on an existing accommodation plan qualify for extended time for the HSPT. Families must submit a current 504, IEP, and/or any cognitive and/or neuro-psychological reports in order to book a spot in the extended time classroom. The extended time test was offered on December 7. Please contact admissions for more information.
How La Salle Uses Test Results
Admissions Process: The HSPT is a snapshot of a student's progress in the middle of 8th grade. The admissions process relies heavily on middle school transcripts, teacher evaluations, and the application for admission and does not make decisions based on HSPT results alone.
Scholarships: La Salle invites students who score within the top 5% nationally of the HSPT to apply for the Presidential Scholarship. Students must score within the top 5% nationally of the HSPT to be eligible to apply.
This scholarship is a $3,000 award, which is renewable for up to four years for a total of $12,000. Students who receive this scholarship will be recognized at a reception before Welcome Night in April. Presidential scholars will receive priority invitation to special events, including a highly selective colleges info night, throughout the school year! Learn more about scholarship opportunities.