Hi! I am currently a 9th grader applying as a repeat. I was wondering what my chances are getting admitted into Deerfield, with an SSAT score of 71%. I had an awesome and great interview!
Thanks for your time!
I think it hurts you but without knowing the rest of your profile I wouldnt say that that alone will keep you out.
If you are a recruited impact athlete, then you might be admitted; if not, then if you are an URM (underrepresented minority) from a distant underrepresented state, then you might be admitted.
The ultra-elite prep boarding schools prefer SSAT scores of 85 and above plus sports, acting and/or musical talent.
But an SSAT score of 71 may be adequate for several great prep boarding schools. Consider Mercersburg Academy in Pennsylvania, for example.
PS When you sat for the SSAT, did you specify that you were applying for 9th grade ? If not, then have your test regraded if you plan to repeat 9th grade & your score will be increased.
I dont believe the score can get regraded. IMO that seems highly unethical–that is his/her grade.
Percentiles are for your current grade, not grade applying to.
In reference to the original question…
If 71% is after much studying and several attempts, then maybe better to ask if an academically demanding (and likely stressful) school like Deerfield is really the best fit. If that score is a after one attempt and there is much room for studying and improvement, than do so and reassess.
I believe that SSAT scores are for grade level to which you are applying–unless the policy has changed recently. And, yes, they will regrade to your chosen grade level–unless that too has recently changed.
No regrading, however, unless both grades are tested by the same exam level.
Sorry…it looks like @Publisher is correct. From the SSAT website FAQ:
“You may choose to list your student at a grade that is higher or lower than their actual grade. Often families will list their student as one grade higher near the end of the school year to gauge how they might perform the following year. Additionally, if a student is repeating a grade, a school may ask the student to indicate one grade lower, so they can be compared to their new classmates.”
“Rescoring” costs $25 & must be done for the same academic year & only for same level of test (middle or upper).
This is a very common practice.
crazy! I had no idea…thanks @Publisher
It helps if you think of the SSAT as a placement test.