# SHS Prep - Full LLM Context > NYC's first digital-native SHSAT practice platform. Built for the way the test is now administered: on a screen, with interactive question types that do not exist in any printed textbook. --- ## About SHS Prep SHS Prep is an online practice platform for the NYC Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT). It is the only SHSAT prep platform built from the ground up for the digital test format introduced in 2025 on the TestNav platform. Every year, roughly 26,000 NYC middle schoolers sit for the SHSAT. Fewer than 4,100 receive offers. The families who can afford $3,000 to $12,000 in-person tutoring centers have a built-in advantage, not because the tutoring is better, but because they get more hours of structured practice with realistic materials. In 2025, the SHSAT went fully digital on the TestNav platform. The test now includes 11 interactive question types (matrix sort, drag-to-table, hot text, inline dropdowns, and more) that do not appear in any published textbook. The printed workbooks and in-person centers that dominate SHSAT prep are now teaching to a test format that no longer exists. SHS Prep was built to close both gaps: cost and format. The platform gives every NYC family access to 3,100+ practice questions, 10 full-length mock exams, and the only practice environment that mirrors how the real test looks and feels, at a price ($30/month) that is 100x cheaper than the average tutoring center. ### By the Numbers - 3,100+ practice questions across all 42 active SHSAT subtopics - 10 full-length mock exams (Forms A-J), 1,140 questions total - 42 active subtopics covered (22 math, 15 ELA, 5 digital) - 11 digital-only interactive question types - 160 structured lessons - Per-subtopic analytics with difficulty breakdowns and weakness heatmaps - $30/month or $150/year, all subscriptions expire December 31 --- ## Features ### 1. Built Digital, for the Digital SHSAT The SHSAT moved fully digital in 2025. Most prep tools were built for the paper test and have not caught up. SHS Prep mirrors the actual TestNav interface students see on test day: split-pane reading passages, the same navigation, the same timer behavior, and all 11 interactive question types that only exist in the digital exam. - Split-pane passage and question layout, identical to TestNav - All 11 digital-only question types: matrix sort, drag-to-table, inline insertion, single target drag, inline dropdown, multi select, drag-to-expression, interactive graph, interactive number line, radio button matrix, hot text - Runs in any browser on any laptop, no install or device restriction - Practice anywhere: at home, at school, on a Chromebook or MacBook ### 2. 3,100+ Practice Questions - Every Subtopic Covered Most prep banks repeat the same easy algebra and reading questions. SHS Prep covers all 42 active SHSAT subtopics across math and ELA with dedicated question sets for each, so students can drill the exact area they are weakest in instead of grinding through generic problems. ### 3. Analytics That Turn Practice into a Study Plan Most students waste prep time on topics they already know. SHS Prep analyzes every answer and surfaces a per-subtopic accuracy map, difficulty breakdowns, and a weakness heatmap, so the next study session targets the exact gaps that will move the score the most. - Per-subtopic accuracy and trend over time - Difficulty breakdowns: easy, medium, hard performance by category - Question type performance, including digital-only formats - Skills Snapshot after every mock exam with focus area recommendations ### 4. 10 Full-Length Mock Exams (Forms A-J) Mock exams are the single highest-leverage prep activity, but most prep services include only one or two. SHS Prep includes 10 full-length, blueprint-accurate mock exams totaling 1,140 questions, all auto-scored with detailed review. ### 5. Dedicated Digital-Only Question Practice Eleven interactive question types appear on the digital SHSAT but are completely absent from every printed textbook on the market. Students who only practice on paper walk into the test without ever having seen them. SHS Prep includes a dedicated section to drill each format in isolation. --- ## Frequently Asked Questions ### About the SHSAT **What is the SHSAT?** The SHSAT (Specialized High Schools Admissions Test) is the single entrance exam used by the New York City Department of Education to determine admission to eight of NYC's nine specialized public high schools, including Stuyvesant, Bronx Science, and Brooklyn Tech. It is the only criterion: scores alone determine acceptance, with no consideration of grades, recommendations, or interviews. **Is the SHSAT a digital test now?** Yes. Beginning with the 2025 administration, the SHSAT is delivered digitally on the TestNav platform that NYC also uses for state assessments. Students take the test on a school-issued device with split-pane reading passages, drag-and-drop questions, hot text selection, inline dropdowns, and other interactive question types that did not exist in the paper version. **When is the 2026 SHSAT?** The NYC Department of Education typically administers the SHSAT for 8th graders during the last week of October and the first week of November, with 9th-grade testing in early November. Registration opens in early September through each student's school counselor. **How is the SHSAT scored?** The SHSAT has 114 total questions across two sections: 57 ELA (Revising/Editing plus Reading Comprehension) and 57 math (multiple choice plus 5 grid-in questions). Raw scores in each section are converted to a scaled composite score from 200 to 800. Each specialized high school sets its own cutoff score each year. **Which schools require the SHSAT?** Eight NYC specialized high schools require the SHSAT: Stuyvesant High School, Bronx High School of Science, Brooklyn Technical High School, Brooklyn Latin School, High School for Mathematics, Science and Engineering at City College, High School of American Studies at Lehman College, Queens High School for the Sciences at York College, and Staten Island Technical High School. Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School requires an audition or portfolio instead. **How many questions are on the SHSAT?** 114 questions total in 180 minutes. The ELA section contains 5 standalone Revising/Editing questions, 6 passage-based Revising/Editing questions, and 46 Reading Comprehension questions across 5 to 6 passages. The math section contains 52 multiple choice questions and 5 grid-in (free response) questions. **What are the digital-only question types on the SHSAT?** There are 11 interactive question types on the digital SHSAT that do not appear in any printed textbook: matrix sort, drag-to-table, inline insertion, single target drag, inline dropdown, multi select, drag-to-expression, interactive graph, interactive number line, radio button matrix, and hot text. ### About SHS Prep **What makes SHS Prep different from other SHSAT prep?** SHS Prep is the first SHSAT platform built from the ground up for the digital test. Most prep options are either expensive in-person tutoring centers ($3,000 to $12,000) or generic online practice that does not replicate the TestNav interface. SHS Prep mirrors the actual digital test format, includes all 11 interactive question types, and costs $30/month or $150/year. **How much does SHS Prep cost?** $30/month or $150/year, billed through Stripe. The annual plan saves $210/year compared to monthly. All subscriptions expire on December 31. **What grade levels is SHS Prep for?** SHS Prep is built for 7th and 8th graders preparing for the standard 8th-grade SHSAT. The platform also supports students preparing for the 9th-grade SHSAT. Younger students (6th graders) can use the platform to start early. **How many practice questions does SHS Prep have?** 3,100+ practice questions across all 42 active SHSAT subtopics, evenly split between math and ELA. Every subtopic has dedicated question sets. **How many mock exams are on SHS Prep?** 10 full-length mock exams (Forms A-J), totaling 1,140 questions. Each follows the official SHSAT blueprint, runs under timed conditions, and is auto-scored with detailed review. ### Studying and Results **How long should I study for the SHSAT?** Most successful candidates study consistently for 6 to 12 months before the test. A typical study plan is 5 to 10 hours per week starting in the spring of 7th grade, ramping up to 10 to 15 hours per week in September and October. **How should I use SHS Prep to study?** Take a baseline mock exam, review the analytics to find weak subtopics, drill those in Targeted Practice, practice the digital-only formats, then retest every 2-4 weeks and repeat. **Does SHS Prep guarantee a specific SHSAT score?** No. No legitimate SHSAT prep program can guarantee a score. SHS Prep provides the questions, mock exams, lessons, and analytics needed to prepare effectively, but the work is the student's. --- ## Pricing - Monthly: $30/month - Annual: $150/year (save $210) - All subscriptions expire December 31 - No free tier; preview available during signup --- ## Contact - Website: https://shsprep.com - Email: support@shsprep.com - Email (team): team@shsprep.com --- ## Blog Index All articles at https://shsprep.com/blog - SHSAT Math: 22 Topics Actually Tested, Ranked - SHSAT Score Calculator - SHSAT Cutoff Scores 2026 - SHSAT Digital Question Types Explained - 2026 SHSAT Adaptive Test Guide - NYC Feeder Schools for Specialized High Schools (2025 DOE Data) - SHSAT Study Plan: Weekly Schedule - Free SHSAT Practice Tests 2026 - SHSAT Test Day Preparation Guide 2026 - SHSAT Grammar Rules Guide - SHSAT Scoring Strategy Secret - SHSAT Vocabulary Strategy Guide - How to Study for the SHSAT - SHSAT Reading Comprehension Passage Strategy - SHSAT ELA Reading Comprehension Guide - SHSAT Poetry Questions Guide - SHSAT Word Problems Strategy - SHSAT Algebra Guide for Math - SHSAT Common Mistakes to Avoid - SHSAT Time Management Strategy - SHSAT Grid-In Questions Guide - SHSAT Data and Infographic Charts Guide - SHSAT ELA vs Math: Which to Study First - SHSAT Prep on a Budget - SHSAT Discovery Program Explained - SHSAT Parent Guide: Supporting Your Child's Prep - Parent Guide to SHSAT Registration 2026 - SHSAT Test Day Student Guide - SHSAT Retake: 9th Grade Option - SHSAT Rejection: What to Do Next - Specialized High Schools Comparison Guide - 2026 SHSAT Timeline and Important Dates - 2026 SHSAT Adaptive Changes - SHSAT Math 2026 Study Guide