Placement Tests
High School Placement Test Information
The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is an admission test given to eighth graders who are seeking entrance into Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School. The BMCHS Admissions Review Board makes decisions, places applicants, and determines scholarship awards based on the exam results.
Students who apply to BMCHS by October 31, 2024, are automatically signed up for the first High School Placement Test (HSPT) — which will be held at BMCHS on November 2, 2024 — and will receive the test for free! If application is made after October 31, 2024, the fee for the HSPT is $50 by debit or credit on the day of the test.
In addition, this is the only test that qualifies for the Bishop McLaughlin Test Topper Scholarship — a $1,000 annual scholarship toward tuition at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, awarded to the top score on this date.
Student must maintain a 3.5 GPA and remain in good disciplinary standing throughout all four years at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School. Applicants for the Test Topper Scholarship MUST take the High School Placement Test (HSPT) at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, on the FIRST DATE the TEST is OFFERED in November of each year, in order to be eligible.
The make-up date for the High School Placement Test is January 18, 2025.
High School Placement Test (For incoming 9th graders only)
High School Placement Test (For incoming 9th graders only). The High School Placement Test is mandatory for incoming 9th graders acceptance. The next High School Placement Test will be given on November 2, 2024, and January 18, 2025.
For extended time, please send IEP, 504, or SSP to admissions@bmchs.com. Supporting documents provided on testing day will not guarantee accommodations.
Where: Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, 13651 Hays Rd. Spring Hill, FL 34610
- Check In: 8:30 a.m.
- Test Begins: 9 a.m. (Once testing begins at 9 a.m., we cannot open the doors to admit late testers)
- Test Ends: Students have until 12:30 p.m. (1:30 p.m. extended time) to finish.
- Optional to Bring: Two #2 Pencils, a drink with a no-drip spout, a small snack, and a book
Students must be signed in and out by a parent or responsible adult.
During the test phones must be turned off and placed in the phone caddy inside each classroom. Proctors will offer breaks between sections.
Tips for helping your child feel more comfortable on the day:
• Make sure your child gets a restful night’s sleep.
• Make sure your child has a healthy breakfast in the morning.
Payments will be accepted at check-in (credit or debit card only). Please note the fee MUST be paid prior to taking the test. The $50 HSPT fee is waived for completed Student Application before the October 31, 2024 deadline.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact admissions@bmchs.com.
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- Course Placement Test Information
The Course Placement Test is required for students requesting a higher-lever Math and/or Spanish class. These tests are only offered once. If a student cannot make the test date, their placement will be determined by the Director of Guidance. Once the date is determined, registration will open.
Test Registration
Are you ready to take the test? Click the button below to get registered. Don’t wait, and miss out On your free test by booking before Oct 31st 2024.
