Placement Test

Opportunities for 7th Graders (Padua Class of 2029)

Registration is now open!

Registration for the HSPT (High School Placement Test) at Padua is required through MyPad in the Admissions Progress tab. Due to space limitations, we may not be able to accommodate walk-ins.

If you have already completed an Inquiry Form for your child, you can log into your Parent MyPad Account and register.

If you have not, please complete an Inquiry Form. Once your Inquiry Form has been processed, you will receive an email with a username to log into MyPad.  When you log into MyPad, select first time logging in and then set a password.

Practice HSPT Test

  • Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
  • The placement test fee is $20 and is non-refundable.
  • Log into your Parent MyPad account and choose the step: “Class of 2029 Practice HSPT for 7th Graders” and click on it to register.

Summer High School Placement Test Preparation Course and Test – June 11-14, 2024

Students will benefit from an expert briefing on the study skills needed to score well on the test.  As part of this preparation, each student will receive a copy of the 550 page Master the Catholic High School Entrance Exams study guide.

On the last day, students will have the opportunity to take the Padua Placement Test and count it as their “official” score for 2025 Padua enrollment.  If they are not satisfied with their score, they will have an opportunity to retake the test in the fall at no additional cost.

Your experience starts on Tuesday at 9 a.m. and is completed at 12 p.m. each day.  The test will be on Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Program is limited to 65 students.

The $120 (non-refundable) cost includes:

  • Enrichment in Math and English
  • High School Placement Test Preparation
  • Free 550 page placement test study guide
  • Opportunity to take HSPT (in summer and fall)

For additional information, contact:

Mrs. Katie Martin ’08
Director of Admissions
440.845.2444 ext. 123
kmartin@paduafranciscan.net

 

For 8th Graders Only

Padua Franciscan uses MyPad, an admissions portal for 8th graders. Students who are interested in taking the Placement Test at Padua will need to set up a MyPad account (unless you already have one).  If you do not have a MyPad account for your student please complete an Inquiry Form. Questions about MyPad? Click here!

Click here to complete an Inquiry Form.  

Once your Inquiry Form has been processed, you will receive an email with a username to log into MyPad.  When you log into MyPad, select first time logging in and then set a password.

Registration for the HSPT (High School Placement Test) at Padua is required through MyPad in the Admissions Progress tab. Due to space limitations, we may not be able to accommodate walk-ins.

Parent information sessions will be held during the first 3 tests, from 9:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.

The Placement Test fee is $20, which is non-refundable. Please arrive for the test at the Padua Maine Entrance no later than 8:45 a.m. Bring two #2 pencils. No calculator is necessary. Once you register, you will receive an email reminder a few days before the test with additional details.

Placement Test Dates Fall 2023

Registration for the Placement Test is now open!

Sign up for one of the first three dates, and you’ll be eligible to earn a $1,000-$7,000 renewable Placement Test scholarship if you score in the 90th percentile or higher.

Saturday, October 7, 2023

  • 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (scholarship qualifier)
  • REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 6, 2023

Saturday, October 28, 2023

  • 9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. (scholarship qualifier)
  • REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 27, 2023

Saturday, November 4, 2023

  • 9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. (scholarship qualifier)
  • REGISTRATION DEADLINE: November 3, 2023

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

  • 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (NOT a scholarship qualifier)
  • REGISTRATION DEADLINE: November 28, 2023

Wednesday, January 31, 2024

  • 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (NOT a scholarship qualifier)
  • REGISTRATION DEADLINE: January 26, 2024