Placement Tests

Overview

Placement Tests
HSPT and Challenge Exams

HSPT

The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is a standardized test used by all Catholic Schools. 

The 2025 HSPT will be in-person on the Jesuit Sacramento campus. Students will choose their test date during the application process. There is a $50 application fee which is due at the time of submission and confirms an applicant’s seat for the test.​

Challenge Tests

Challenge tests allow us to understand a student’s comprehension of a subject before permitting a jump to an accelerated or higher-level course. 

Once your son has been accepted to Jesuit, you may sign-up for one or more challenge tests through the registration process in Final Forms. Challenge tests are available for Math, World Languages, Science and English. Challenge tests will be offered the mornings of March 22 and April 12.

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HSPT Testing
High School Placement Testing for fall Class of 2029 applicants

Below are the two dates available for testing. Students may only take the test once on Jan 11 or Jan 18. The test will take place on Jesuit Sacramento’s campus. You must register for the HSPT in the application portal. Please enter campus for drop off through our Main entrance off O’Donnell and Fair Oaks: 4660 Fair Oaks Blvd, Sacramento. 

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Challenge Testing
An optional test for Class of 2029, sign up through FinalForms

If you feel your student does not belong in the traditional academic freshman placement, please indicate your interest in taking one or more Challenge Test(s) when you complete your Final Forms as part of your online registration process.

Students must be signed up in Final Forms to be eligible to take any of the following Challenge Tests: