Three full-length mock exams

We offer two types of practice: the adaptive practice test at /test/, which uses Item Response Theory to select questions based on your ability in real time; and these mock exams, which present a fixed set of questions in order. Both have their place.

When to use the adaptive practice test

Use the adaptive test when you want a fast, accurate ability estimate. The CAT engine converges on your ability level in 10–12 items per section by asking each question at the difficulty most informative about your current estimate. It’s the format the real SHSAT uses since October 2025.

When to use these mock exams

Use the mocks when you want the experience of a full-length timed exam: pacing across many questions, managing time across both sections, and seeing how your performance varies across multiple sittings. A typical prep plan: take Mock 1 early to set a baseline, work through prep guides for weak areas, then take Mock 2 a few weeks later and Mock 3 closer to test day.

Each mock returns a composite scaled score (200–800 scale) with a confidence interval. The scaled scoring uses the same IRT framework as the adaptive test, so scores between the two formats are directly comparable.

Honest disclaimer

Each mock is 35 questions, smaller than the real SHSAT (94 scored items). With fewer items, the confidence interval on your scaled score is wider — typically ±25 to ±35 points. The mocks are useful for practice rhythm and gap diagnosis, not as a precise predictor of your real-test score. See our methodology page for the full IRT framework and how scaling works.