10th Grade Resource

PSAT Prep Toolkit

4-week study plan with practice resources

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Before You Start

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4-Week Study Plan

Foundation Week

Focus: Diagnostic & Setup

Monday: Register and create accounts (30 min)

Tuesday: Take diagnostic test (2.5 hours)

Wednesday: Review diagnostic results (45 min)

Thursday: Identify weak areas & make study plan (30 min)

Friday: Set up Khan Academy, explore resources (30 min)

Weekend: Light practice, get comfortable with format (1 hour)

Why PSAT Matters in 10th

Practice run: Get comfortable with format before 11th grade

Baseline score: Know where you stand early

No pressure: Doesn't count for National Merit yet

Free prep: Qualifies you for free SAT prep tools

Test Structure

Reading60 min, 47 questions
Writing35 min, 44 questions
Math (No Calc)25 min, 17 questions
Math (Calc OK)45 min, 31 questions
Total Time2 hours 45 minutes

Score Benchmarks (10th Grade)

Excellent1200+
Strong1000-1190
On Track900-990
Needs WorkBelow 900

Remember: 10th grade scores typically improve by 100-200 points by 11th grade

Test Day Checklist

  • ☐ Photo ID
  • ☐ Admission ticket
  • ☐ #2 pencils (4+)
  • ☐ Approved calculator
  • ☐ Watch (no smart watches)
  • ☐ Snacks and water
  • ☐ Extra batteries

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