PreACT Assessments
Practice for the ACT Test
An Early Indicator of College and Career Readiness
PreACT® assessments offer 8th, 9th, and 10th graders an early experience with ACT test items, provides a predicted ACT test score, and offers a wealth of information to help students get the start they need to be college ready.
Anchored on the ACT College and Career Readiness Standards, PreACT assessments help educators, students, and parents identify areas of academic strength and opportunity. Students who take PreACT 8/9 or PreACT paper and pencil administrations may even opt to have their information shared with colleges and scholarship agencies providing greater opportunities for recruitment and scholarship awards.
New: PreACT 8/9 and PreACT Now Have an Online Option
PreACT gives you more flexibility and choice between online or paper-pencil formats as you make your assessment plans for next year. Use the flyer below to make a plan for this school year.
One ACT Solution Builds on the Next
PreACT Assessment Comparison Chart
“This test has given our students a "heads up" regarding the type of testing they will face for college entrance. After taking the PreACT, they realize that preparation will be necessary for real testing and become more serious about that. I like the interest inventory. It's helpful in guiding the student towards the best fit for their career.”
"I specifically liked that it aligned to the ACT Test and it gave our 10th graders a chance to see what a nationally normed test looks like and then it also gave them an indication about the time factor involved in taking the test. It was a good practice test for our students.”
“The turnaround for test scores as well as the easy to understand score sheet was a great testing experience. Students are aware of their strengths and weaknesses and can use those while preparing for the ACT and college prep.”
“The score reporting and it's similarity to the ACT reporting makes it easy for students and parents alike to understand goals for the ACT. I also like the flexibility of the exam date. It let us figure out the best date that works for our students."
Determine College and Career Readiness
PreACT provides indicators helping students, parents, and educators determine their readiness for college and career success.
Create a Pathway to Success
With predicted performance on PreACT and the ACT, your students can have an earlier indication of success and a starting point to the path of college.
Course Placement
Set students up for success by placing them in the correct level during critical transition points from junior high to high school.
Create a College Going Culture
Start counseling students earlier on their college and career options by utilizing the Student Profile and Interest Inventory.
College and Career Readiness Day
Consider establishing a College and Career Readiness Day—a specific day dedicated to the readiness of your students. Your school can shut down the bells and deliver all assessments on the same day.
Help Students Succeed on the ACT
The average ACT score for 2022 ACT- tested graduates who took PreACT was higher than the average ACT score for students who did not.
Success Stories
How PreACT helps schools and communities come together for student success.
Research Reports
Read the research about how PreACT benefits schools and students.
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