How bad is my SSAT score?

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I took the test in November and received a 89% Grade-Gender. High math scores but low verbal and reading. I’m considering taking it again in January but there are a few hinderances.

  1. They are expensive
  2. Many of the schools I’m applying for have deadlines a few days after the test. I know it will be okay but I don’t want to gamble on my performance on the January test.
  3. Choate, Hotchkiss, and Middlesex School should be okay with my score(?). I know that their average is in the mid-80’s but I’m wondering if that statistic is accurate. Of course, my score is below average for Exeter and Andover.
  4. I’m not sure if I will have enough time to study for it/ have the resources for it. I’ve already went through 2 books and my family and I will not be willing to spend any more money on those. I know most of the words I was unsure of in the verbal section and also remember most of the reading and math so I’ll be able to study from that but, again, I don’t want to take that gamble.
    I’m just worried about sending those scores to Exeter/Andover. My Exeter interview was mediocre and my essays should be fine, as well as my recommendations/transcripts, etc. I am in need of FA and I’m an ORM. Hellpp
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If you decide to take the test again you can borrow copies of the study guides at your local library.

3

@MAandMEmom That’s the problem-- I live in a rural area and my library doesn’t have any study guides on their catalog, but I’ll check again.

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There is tons of stuff online

5

What about interlibrary loan? That’s what we did to have a good supply and even several year’s worth.

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@Center I’ll look around more online @MAandMEmom I’ll try that, thank you!

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I recommend looking at this website: http://blog.prepscholar.com/ssat-practice-tests
It gives a lot of free online resources.
Good luck!