PSAE
In Illinois, each high school is required to administer the Prairie State Achievement Test (PSAE) to all juniors. The PSAE is given in April each school year and takes two days. The PSAE is comprised of the following.
- ACT test in English, math, reading, science reasoning, and writing
- WorkKeys tests in reading for information and math applications
- State-developed test in science
The test is very important. The results go on each student's transcripts and students with high scores receive a merit award that is noted on the transcript. We expect junior students to be present both Day 1 and 2 of PSAE testing. Attendance is mandatory. If students do not attend, absences will be unexcused for each day missed. Students will be required to make up the test at a later date. At school, we are preparing students by familiarizing students with test format and test taking strategies. US history teachers are passing out materials provided by the state that include information and sample items. At home, students can prepare by reading these materials and doing the sample items. Below are relevant links that provide additional information about the PSAE as well as practice items provided on the state of Illinois' website.
And remember, on test days, each student should make sure that he/she has an adequate breakfast and be on time at school. Testing begins at 8:00am each day.
Instructions for using Learning Express
Access for Students
This site has many practice tests for AP tests, ACT and the SAT. If you are accessing this site from within the school, then all you need to do is register:
- Click on New User
- Fill out the registration form
- You can access any of the practice tests.
Access for Evanston Residents
In order to access this from home, you will need an Evanston Public Library card.
Access for Skokie Residents
Skokie Residents can access ACT (and other) Test Prep materials through The Skokie Library
Have your Skokie Public Library card handy!