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High School Placement Test and Review Course Info

The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is required only for incoming freshman students. When applying to SMCHS, you will sign up for the HSPT and choose your preferred test date and/or indicate if you plan to take the test at a different location.

HSPT Dates:You will only select one date when you submit your application to Santa Margarita. Apply now to secure your test date and time from the list below:

Test Date Registration Opens Registration Closes Time
November 8, 2025
(ASP Students Only)
September 2, 2025 November 8, 2025 7:45am 
January 17, 2026 September 2, 2025 January 17, 2026 7:45am - 12:30pm
January 31, 2026 September 2, 2025 January 31, 2026 7:45am - 12:30pm
February 11, 2026 September 2, 2025 February 11, 2026 3:15 pm - 7:00p

HSPT REVIEW COURSE:

Sign up for a High School Placement Test Review Course which will take place at Santa Margarita Catholic High School. The one-day course will review English and Math components of the exam, as well as provide students with a better understanding of the following:

  • How to approach a standardized test
  • How to work through a question most logically
  • How to avoid being sidetracked by trick questions
  • Review of basic concepts and principles

Cost to Attend: $95 per session

  • Sunday, November 2, Noon to 3:00 pm (ASP Applicants only)
    Click Here to Sign Up For The ASP Course
  • Saturday, December 6, 9:00 am to Noon
  • Sunday, December 7, Noon to 3:00 pm
  • Saturday, January 10, 9:00 am to Noon
  • Sunday, January 11, Noon to 3:00 pm
  • Saturday, January 24, 9:00 am to Noon
  • Sunday, January 25, Noon to 3:00 pm

Sign Up For A HSPT Review Course

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