Welcome to The CPS HSAT Library

Navigating the Chicago Public Schools high school admissions process can be overwhelming. The CPS HSAT Library is your one-stop resource for clear, actionable advice to empower your family. Here, you'll find everything from in-depth study guides and test-taking strategies to tips on managing anxiety and supporting your student. Our goal is to give you the tools and confidence to conquer the CPS HSAT and achieve your high school dreams.

Welcome to The CPS HSAT Library

A Deep Dive into CPS HSAT Reading Comprehension: From Main Ideas to Inferential Questions

Conquering the CPS HSAT Math Section: Key Topics and Problem-Solving Strategies

One and Done: The High-Stakes Nature of the Single-Attempt CPS HSAT

What Happens After the Test? A Guide to Interpreting Your CPS HSAT Scores

What is My CPS Tier? Understanding a Key Factor in Selective Enrollment Admissions

Selective Enrollment vs. Choice Programs: Where Your CPS HSAT Score Matters Most

The 900-Point Matrix: How Your CPS HSAT Score and 7th-Grade Grades Determine Your High School Future

Decoding the CPS HSAT: Everything You Need to Know About the High School Admissions Test

Navigating the GoCPS Portal: A Step-by-Step Guide to a Successful Application

Creating Your Ultimate CPS HSAT Study Plan: A 3-Month Countdown to Test Day

To Prep or Not to Prep? Evaluating the Pros and Cons of CPS HSAT Tutoring and Courses

Free and Low-Cost Resources for CPS HSAT Prep: A Guide for Savvy Students

From Jitters to Focus: Mindfulness and Stress-Management Techniques for Test Day

The Science of Stress: How Test Anxiety Sabotages Your Performance (and How to Fight Back)

Fueling Your Focus: The Surprising Link Between Your Diet and Test-Day Nerves

The Night Before the Test: Your Ultimate Checklist for a Restful and Productive Evening

After the Test: How to Effectively Analyze Your Performance and Prepare for the Next One

Your Test-Taking Toolkit: 15 Essential Items to Pack for Exam Day

The No-Calculator Challenge: Sharpening Your Mental Math Skills for the CPS HSAT

The Role of the Parent: How to Support Your Child Through the CPS HSAT Process Without Adding Pressure

Time Management is Key: Strategies to Pace Yourself on the Hour-Long CPS HSAT

Practice Makes Perfect: The Importance of Mock Tests in Your CPS HSAT Preparation

Vocabulary for Victory: Building a Strong Lexicon for the CPS HSAT Reading Section

Beyond the Basics: Advanced Math Concepts That Can Give You an Edge on the CPS HSAT

A Strategic Guide to Listing Schools on Your GoCPS Application

A Guide for 7th Graders: How to Lay the Foundation for HSAT Success

The HSAT Waitlist: How It Works and What to Do Next

Beyond Selective Enrollment: A Guide to Chicago's Top Choice Programs