Testing

NJSLA

The New Jersey Student Learning Assessments measure whether students are on track to be successful in college and their careers. These high quality, computer-based assessments in mathematics, science, and English language arts/literacy give teachers, schools, students and parents better information about whether students are on track in their learning and for success after high school, and tools to help teachers customize teaching and learning to meet student needs. 

NJGPA

The New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment consists of an ELA and a mathematics component to be administered to students in 11th grade for the purpose of meeting the state graduation assessment requirement.

PSAT 

All MRHS freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will take the PSAT. Scores are distributed and discussed in small group settings in school. College bound juniors who take the PSAT are a part of the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT).  Information about in-school testing dates each fall is provided early in the school year.

SAT 

College bound students typically take the SAT in spring of junior year. Those seeking to improve scores often re-take SAT's in the fall of senior year. 

SAT Subject Tests (formerly known as SAT II's)

Some colleges require two or three SAT Subject tests and others do not require them at all. It's important to check specific requirements for each college of interest. For subjects relying on cumulative knowledge (e.g. Math, English, or World Language), students typically take tests toward the end of junior year or the beginning of senior year. For tests on specific material (e.g. Science or History subjects), students typically take them as soon as possible after completing relevant coursework.   

 

ACT

As more colleges accept the ACT as an alternative to the SAT, more MRHS students have been taking this test. The multiple-choice ACT test covers English, mathematics, reading, and science. The new Writing Test, which is optional, measures skill in planning and writing a short essay.   

AP Exams 

Students taking AP classes can take the related AP exam or the course final exam, else lose a full letter grade. These are taken in school according the schedule provided by the College Board and have an associated fee. Information for students in AP classes is sent home in advance and reviewed in classes.