• About the PSAT 8/9

    The PSAT 8/9 (Preliminary SAT) is part of the College Board’s SAT Suite of Assessments and is designed for students in 8th and 9th grade. It measures the reading, writing, and math skills students are learning in school—skills that build a strong foundation for future college and career readiness.

    At Sartartia Middle School, all 8th grade students take the PSAT 8/9 each fall. The test provides early feedback on a student’s academic progress and helps identify areas for growth.

    What to Expect

    • Sections: Reading, Writing and Language, and Mathematics

    • Format: Online test taken on district-issued laptops

    • When: Administered each October (specific dates are shared by the campus prior to testing)

    • Where: On campus at Sartartia Middle School

    Note: Students who believe they may need testing accommodations (such as extended time or text-to-speech) must apply through the College Board Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD).

    • Accommodations must be approved in advance by the College Board, even if students receive similar supports for STAAR.

    • To begin the process, contact your Campus Assessment Coordinator for guidance on how to submit an SSD request.

    Why It Matters

    The PSAT 8/9 helps students and families:

    • Identify academic strengths and areas for improvement

    • Track readiness for future assessments like the PSAT/NMSQT and SAT

    • Explore career interests through College Board’s BigFuture tools

    • Access personalized SAT practice through Khan Academy, linked directly to PSAT results

    PSAT Results

    PSAT results should be available a month after testing.
    This is an important step in your student’s academic journey, and we want to ensure you have the resources to review and understand their scores.

    How to Access PSAT Scores

    1. Visit the College Board Student Score Reports website.

    2. Log in with the College Board account used for the PSAT.

      Tip: The username is typically the email address your student used during Digital Readiness (school emails were recommended).

    3. For issues accessing scores, contact College Board Customer Service at 866-756-7346.

    Understanding and Using PSAT Scores

    The PSAT score report provides valuable insight into your student’s academic strengths and areas for growth.
    Here’s how families can use the results:

    • Review the Score Report Together: Explore performance details and feedback.

    • Set Academic Goals: Identify key focus areas for the rest of the year.

    • Prepare for the SAT: Use personalized practice through Khan Academy.

    • Seek Guidance: Our school counselors are available to discuss results and next steps.

    We are proud of our students’ effort and commitment to their learning!

    For More Information

    Visit the College Board PSAT 8/9 Website or contact our campus testing coordinator for support.

    SMS Testing Team:
    Melissa Ford, Campus Assessment Coordinator