Resources
Know the test. Know the next step.
Practical guides for NYC families preparing for the SHSAT and the Digital SAT, written by the AhmedPrep team in Astoria, Queens.
SHSAT resources
The parent's guide to the SHSAT
What the SHSAT is, who takes it, how admissions work, and how to plan preparation without guesswork.
Read guideHow to use SHSAT practice tests
Where to find realistic practice exams and how to turn each one into measurable improvement.
Read guideSHSAT Math practice: topics and sample problems
The math topics the SHSAT emphasizes, with worked sample problems and the habits that prevent common mistakes.
Read guideSHSAT ELA practice: Revising/Editing and Reading
How the SHSAT ELA section is structured and practical strategies for grammar and reading comprehension questions.
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Digital SAT resources
The Digital SAT, explained
How the adaptive Digital SAT works, what each section tests, and how scores are reported.
Read guideDigital SAT Math practice and Desmos strategy
Sample Digital SAT Math problems with solutions, plus when to use Desmos and when to solve by hand.
Read guideDigital SAT Reading and Writing strategies
How to approach short-passage questions, grammar rules to master, and how to pace the adaptive modules.
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