College Readiness Testing - High School
College readiness assessments measure both what is learned in school and what is needed to succeed in college.
PreACT measures English, Math, Reading, and Science, and includes information on plans and goals after high school as well as college readiness skills.
ACT measures what you have learned in English, Math, Reading, and Science.
| Subject |
PreACT
College Readiness
Benchmark
|
ACT
College Readiness
Benchmark
|
|---|---|---|
| English | 15 | 18 |
| Reading | 21 | 22 |
| Math | 19 | 22 |
| Science | 21 | 23 |
TEST WINDOW
PreACT and ACT: April 7, 2026
PSAT: Tests administered on a school specific basis. Please contact the school for more information.
SAT: View national test dates and register.
WHO TAKES COLLEGE READINESS ASSESSMENTS?
- Beaverton School District students in Grade 10 take the PreACT during the school day.
- Beaverton School District students in Grade 11 take the ACT during the school day.
- BSD, private school or home school students who wish to take the ACT on a National testing day can sign up at
- High school students may opt to take the SAT. Watch a video on when to take the SAT.
GENERAL INFORMATION
For questions about student scores, test administration and testing dates please contact your child's school directly.
Questions for District Assessment Team?