Placement Exams

Class of 2026 HSPT Registration
- Class of 2026 (current 8th grade students) Placement Exams Dates:
  
  Wednesday, September 29, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm , Parent Information Session at 7:30 pm
  Saturday, October 16, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Parent Information Session at 11:00 am
  Saturday, November 13, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Parent Information Session at 11:00 am
  Wednesday, November 17, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Parent Information Session at 7:30 pm
  
  To register for the Holy Name High School Placement Test (HSPT) please complete the following form – HSPT Exam Registration.
  
  Holy Name awards merit scholarships to the students who score in the top 10% on the admissions exam. These students will be named Holy Name Scholar Students and will receive a tiered scholarship ranging from $1000 – $6000. This scholarship is renewable based on strong academic achievement and will be awarded in mid-December.
  
  Test fee – $20.00
  If you would like to pay now, you can do so here. Or, you may bring cash or check made out to Holy Name High School on the date of the test.
  
  The Parent Information Session will be held in our Auxiliary Gymnasium. This will be an opportunity to learn more about Holy Name and the admissions timeline. We will also provide an overview on how to read your student's test results.
  
  If you are looking to practice for the HSPT, please see below under HSPT Prep Classes or download the Seeley Test Pros flyer here.
  
  If you have any questions, please contact Director of Admissions Mrs. Rachel Shurtleff ’09 at 440-886-0300 ext. 100, or Assistant Director of Admissions Mr. Joey Keleman at 440-886-0300 ext. 116.
Additional HSPT Information
- The incoming Class of 2026 will be required to take the High School Placement Test (HSPT).
  
  Students may only test one time at Holy Name High School, but are welcome to test at other schools. Parent/guardians may submit their student's highest test score to the admissions team to be considered for scholarship and placement. Please email test results to admissions@holynamehs.com.
  
  Holy Name will take a holistic approach when reviewing a student’s application, taking into consideration:
  
  Academic Performance
  
  Teacher Recommendations
  
  Disciplinary Standing
  
  Extracurricular Involvement
  
  Attendance
  
  Standardized Test Scores
  
  HSPT Scores
  
  Commitment to continual growth in mind, body, and spirit
  
  Upon acceptance, Holy Name will use a student’s grades (7th and 8th) and standardized test scores (MAP, IOWA, PLAN) to determine placement and schedule at Holy Name.
HSPT Prep Classes
- Seeley Test Pros is offering in-person HSPT Preparation Courses at Holy Name High School.
  
  Saturday, Septemeber 18, 2021, 9:00am – 3:00pm Cost: $149.00
  
  Saturday, October 2, 2021, 9:00am – 3:00pm Cost: $149.00
  
  Students who receive higher scores on high school admissions tests:
  
  Gain admissions to their #1 high school choice
  
  Qualify for scholarship opportunities
  
  Test into more advanced curriculum choices, including Honors and Advanced Placement
  
  Students who attend this class will:
  
  Take an official, retired HSPT test under testing conditions.
  
  Receive a detailed report of their HSPT test results.
  
  Learn valuable test taking tips and techniques.
  
  Review essential content relevant to the test.
  
  Gain test confidence and reduce test anxiety.
  
  Prepare for the HSPT test at Holy Name or any other area Catholic high schools.
  
  Receive a 464 page HSPT textbook and instructional materials.
  
  Registration available online at www.seeleytestpros.com. Space is limited. Register as soon as possible to ensure a spot. For more details, call Amy Seeley at 216-965-5162 or email amy@seeleytestpros.com
  Register online – www.seeleytestpros.com
7th Grade Practice HSPT
- 7th Grade (Class of 2027) HSPT Practice Exam
  
  Registration will open in Spring of 2022.
  Tests will be held in late April/early May - exact date(s) TBD
  
  Students currently in 7th grade are invited to take a practice High School Placement Test (HSPT) at Holy Name High School. The test has no cost, but spots are limited. All those who attend will be entered into a scholarship raffle for two $500 awards to be redeemed during the 2023-2024 school year.
  
  Students may use his or her results for admission into Holy Name in the Fall, but are more than welcome to re-test during their 8th grade year. If your student scores in the 90th national percentile or above, they will earn the designation of a Namer Scholar. These students are eligible for a 4 year, renewable HSPT scholarship ranging from $1,000 - $6,000.
  
  Holy Name will offer additional study courses for your current 7th grade student in the Spring of 2022.