High School Admissions: SSAT, SHSAT, & ISEE
Our program is trusted by hundreds of families navigating competitive private and specialized school admissions and designed to maximize acceptance outcomes into top private schools and high schools. This isn’t just generic test prep—it’s a structured and proven admissions strategy.
Preparing Students for Admission to Top Private & Specialized Schools:
Bronx Science High School
Brooklyn Technical High School
Phillips Exeter Academy
The Dalton School
Horace Mann
St. John's School
The Kinkaid School
John Cooper School
Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart
The Village School
Strake Jesuit College Preparatory
Bronx Science High School
Brooklyn Technical High School
Phillips Exeter Academy
The Dalton School
Horace Mann
St. John's School
The Kinkaid School
John Cooper School
Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart
The Village School
Strake Jesuit College Preparatory
Our students don’t compete with other students. They win.
Admission to top schools isn’t just competitive bit gets increasingly selective each year. These exams aren’t designed to measure what students already know, but to differentiate between strong, high-achieving applicants. As a result, even students with excellent grades often struggle without targeted preparation. The biggest challenge isn’t just content—it’s timing, pacing, and learning how to approach unfamiliar question types under pressure.
Because of this, starting early makes a meaningful difference. While some students begin as early as 6th grade, most start in 7th grade, giving them time to build skills gradually rather than rushing to “cram” in the final months. We provide a structured approach that not only leads to stronger results, but also significantly reduces stress and anxiety. Waiting until right before the exam often creates unnecessary pressure, even for high-performing students, and can negatively impact performance.
That’s why we recommend beginning with an early diagnostic and strategy session. In some cases, students are already well-positioned and can take a lighter approach. In others, we identify key areas that benefit from consistent, long-term development. Either way, starting early ensures your child has the time, confidence, and preparation needed to perform at their best when it matters most.
The Northpoint High School Admissions Prep Framework™
A complete system designed to maximize scores and admissions outcomes to top high schools across the U.S.
Every step is intentional and gets students closer to attending a top high school. Our students outperform their competition because they receive:
A full diagnostic exam to establish a baseline
A personalized score roadmap aligned with target schools
1:1 coaching sessions focused on high-impact areas
Proven strategies for each exam section (verbal, math, reading)
Timed practice to build speed, accuracy, and confidence
Ongoing progress tracking and performance feedback
A Difficult Test. An Easy Choice.
Each year, tens of thousands of students compete for a limited number of seats at top private and specialized high schools. On exams like the SHSAT, fewer than 1 in 6 students receive an offer, meaning thousands of capable, high-performing students fall short simply due to small score differences. Students who earn admission gain access to advanced coursework, high-performing peer environments, and academic pathways that consistently lead to top college opportunities.
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Diagnostic & Strategy
We pinpoint exactly what your student is missing—down to specific question types and patterns.
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Targeted Training
Students don’t waste time on generic practice. Every session is focused, efficient, and tailored.
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Test Strategy & Execution
We teach pacing, elimination techniques, and decision-making under pressure—what actually moves scores.
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Measurable Progress
Weekly tracking + mock exams ensure your student improves consistently and walks into test day confident.
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Results
Over 92% of our students get into one of their top 3 schools.
Testimonials
Real Clients. Real Results.
More than 9 out of 10 students get into one of their top three schools.
Bronx Science Acceptance
Our son improved from a 420 to a 585 and got into Bronx Science. The biggest difference was how focused and prepared he felt by the end.
Stuyvesant Acceptance
We really appreciated how structured everything was. Our daughter ended up scoring a 610 and was accepted to Stuyvesant.
Brooklyn Tech Acceptance
Every session felt productive and personalized. Our daughter raised her score significantly and was accepted to Brooklyn Tech.
Confidence on Test Day
I felt way more confident going into the exam because I knew exactly how to pace myself and what kinds of questions to expect.
Worth Every Session
The tutoring was clear, organized, and never overwhelming. It gave our child the structure and accountability we couldn’t replicate on our own.
Actually Enjoyed Prep
I usually hate test prep, but this felt much more manageable. The strategies helped a lot, especially for timing and harder question types.
Big Progress in a Short Time
We didn’t start especially early, so we were nervous. The plan was so targeted that our daughter still made tremendous progress and reached one of her top choices.
Multiple Great Options
Our son improved by more than 120 points and ended up with multiple strong school options. The strategies made a real difference on test day.
So Much Less Stress
Before tutoring, I always ran out of time. I learned how to pace myself, stay calm, and stop getting stuck on hard questions.
Clear Plan from Start to Finish
We loved that every session felt intentional. Nothing was random, and we could clearly see our child building skill, confidence, and momentum each week.
Ready to Strengthen Your Admissions Chances?
Let’s build a strategy that positions your student for success on test day and in the admissions process.
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