SSAT Practice Test 2026 — Free SSAT Exam Prep Questions
The Upper Level SSAT is taken by students in grades 8–11 applying to independent and boarding schools for grades 9–12. Our practice covers the three scored sections — Verbal (synonyms and analogies), Quantitative and Reading — with original no-calculator math, vocabulary and passage-based items at Upper Level difficulty.
SSAT format, scoring & key facts
Paper (Standard Saturday dates at test centers, or Flex testing at member schools and approved educational consultants), SSAT at Home (computer-based with a remote proctor, in the U.S., Canada and U.S. territories), or computer-based at a Prometric test center. Not adaptive. Calculators are not permitted.
| Who takes the Upper Level | Students in grades 8–11 |
|---|---|
| Structure | Writing Sample 25 min; Quantitative 25 questions/30 min; Reading 40/40 min; Verbal 60/30 min; Quantitative 25/30 min; Experimental 16/15 min |
| Total time | 3 hours 10 minutes, including two 10-minute breaks |
| Answer choices | Five per question |
| Scoring | 1 point per correct answer, minus 1/4 point per wrong answer, 0 for an omitted question |
| Scores | 500–800 per section (Verbal, Quantitative, Reading); 1500–2400 total; percentile 1–99 |
| Unscored parts | The Writing Sample (sent to schools) and the experimental section |
| Calculator | Not permitted |
| Provider | E3n (formerly the Enrollment Management Association) |
| Fee | $177 paper; $250 Prometric; $263 SSAT at Home (2026–2027) |
Facts last verified Nov 3, 2026. Source: www.admission.org/help/whats-on-the-upper-level-ssat. Always confirm details with E3n / EMA before your exam.
When can you take the SSAT?
Paper tests run on fixed Saturday dates (2026–2027: Oct 10, Nov 14 and Dec 12, 2026; Jan 9, Jan 30 and Mar 13, 2027). SSAT at Home runs Tuesday–Saturday in select weeks, Prometric centers test most days, and Flex dates are set by schools and consultants.
What the SSAT covers
Every PrepBanq SSAT test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Verbal60 questions in 30 minutes: 30 synonyms and 30 analogies. | 40% | ~60 | 60 questions → |
Quantitative50 questions in two 30-minute sections: numbers and operations, algebra, geometry and measurement, data analysis, and reasoning. No calculator. | 33% | ~50 | 50 questions → |
Reading40 questions in 40 minutes on narrative and argument passages from literary fiction, humanities, science and social studies. | 27% | ~41 | 40 questions → |
How to register for the SSAT
Retake policy
Per testing year (August–July): up to 6 Standard paper tests and 1 Flex test, 1 SSAT at Home, and 1 Prometric test (E3n says the Prometric limit will rise to 2 per year).
Score release
Paper: typically within two weeks. SSAT at Home: typically the Wednesday after the Tuesday–Saturday testing week. Prometric: the Wednesday after the weekly scoring period. Families and schools receive scores on the same day.
Credential renewal
Scores from the 2026–2027 testing year can be sent to schools until July 31, 2028.
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SSAT FAQ
How many questions are on the SSAT?
The SSAT has 150 questions and you have 3 hours 10 minutes to finish. Question types: 150 scored multiple-choice questions, each with five answer choices: Verbal (30 synonyms and 30 analogies), Quantitative (two sections of 25 questions) and Reading Comprehension (40 questions on passages of 250–350 words). Also an unscored 25-minute Writing Sample (a personal or a general prompt), which is sent to schools, and an unscored 15-minute experimental section of 16 questions..
How long is the SSAT exam?
Testing time for the SSAT is 3 hours 10 minutes.
What is the passing score for the SSAT?
SSAT passing standard: No pass/fail: each section is scored 500–800 with a percentile compared with same-grade first-time test takers in the U.S. and Canada over typically the past three years. Score range: 500–800 per section; 1500–2400 total.
How much does the SSAT cost?
The SSAT registration fee is $177 for a Standard paper test or school Flex test; $250 at Prometric; $263 for SSAT at Home; $272 for Flex with an educational consultant; $339 international (2026–2027). Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the SSAT?
The SSAT covers Verbal (about 40%), Quantitative (about 33%), Reading (about 27%).
Who administers the SSAT?
The Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT) — Upper Level is administered by E3n / EMA. Delivery: Paper (Standard Saturday dates at test centers, or Flex testing at member schools and approved educational consultants), SSAT at Home (computer-based with a remote proctor, in the U.S., Canada and U.S. territories), or computer-based at a Prometric test center. Not adaptive. Calculators are not permitted..
Can you retake the SSAT?
Per testing year (August–July): up to 6 Standard paper tests and 1 Flex test, 1 SSAT at Home, and 1 Prometric test (E3n says the Prometric limit will rise to 2 per year).
Is there a free SSAT practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free SSAT practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real SSAT formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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