SAT Information

SAT Day Registration

We are pleased to announce that FCPS will cover the cost of the SAT School Day for any twelfth-grade student who wishes to test on Wednesday, October 11, 2023.  The SAT School Day Testing Notification letter is posted online.

Twelfth graders MUST register to take this exam. Students are asked to complete the form below by Wednesday, September 6, 2023. 

Madison High School: 2022 SAT School Day Intent to Participate Form 

Students will need to use a @fcpsschools.net email account to access and complete the form. Once the form is submitted, a response receipt will be received. A translated version of the form content may be found on the SAT School Day Intent Form webpage (https://www.fcps.edu/node/43896).

FCPS sites cannot accept walk-ins on the day of the exam.  

2022 Student Guides: SAT School Day

The SAT School Day Student Guide has pertinent information for testing, tips, and a practice test: 

SAT School Day FAQs 

Who can test?

  • Only seniors currently enrolled at Madison and registered homeschool students who live within the Madison boundaries can take the SAT School Day test on October 11, 2023. Madison students MUST register using the link above. Parents of homeschooled students should contact our Assessment Coach, Jennifer Frate (@email) to register.

When/where is the SAT School Day test?

  • The SAT School Day test will be given on October 11 at Madison during the school day.  Students will be notified of their testing location by email (fcpsschools.net accounts).  Encourage your child to check for updates through their school emails.

How long is the test? 

  • The SAT School Day is 3 hours, 15 minutes long; however, students with College Board-approved extended time will take longer to complete their test. 

How can my student prepare for the SAT School Day test?

  • The SAT School Day Student Guide, which include a practice test, is linkedA. The SAT School Day Student Guide, which include a practice test, is linked above.  Additionally, all FCPS student have access to Tutor.com and Khan Academy’s free online test preparation. Tutor.com is accessible via Schoology and provides live tutoring services, including SAT preparation. Please note that Khan Academy will allow students to download practice tests without having to create an account. When accessing the customized curriculum, students will need to create an account which requires parent/guardian permission. The Khan Academy website also offers test prep resources for students. Additional information about the SAT can be found on College Board’s website. above.  Additionally, all FCPS student have access to Tutor.com and Khan Academy’s free online test preparation. Tutor.com is accessible via Schoology and provides live tutoring services, including SAT preparation. Please note that Khan Academy will allow students to download practice tests without having to create an account. When accessing the customized curriculum, students will need to create an account which requires parent/guardian permission. The Khan Academy website also offers test prep resources for students. Additional information about the SAT can be found on College Board’s website.

How can my student apply for testing accommodations for the SAT School Day test?

  • Students with disabilities and English learners may be eligible for testing accommodations and/or supports for the SAT School Day; however, the College Board requires schools to submit formal requests in advance. 
  • Students with disabilities who have testing accommodations documented in a 504 Plan or an individualized education program (IEP) may be eligible for testing accommodations on the SAT School Day. The College Board must approve a formal request for each student. If the student already has College Board accommodations approved from a previous PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, SAT, or AP test, then no further action is needed. Once instated, accommodations remain in place for all College Board testing. The Accommodations Process for College Board Testing webpage provides instructions on how to request College Board testing accommodations, including the required input and consent forms (Enclosures 2-3). 
  • English learners (ELs), as defined by state and federal policy, are eligible for testing supports on the SAT School Day. EL supports are temporary and can only be used on the test date for which they have been requested. The EL Supports Process for College Board Testing webpage provides instructions on how to request College Board EL supports, including the required input and consent forms (Enclosures 5-6).
  • To request new or amended College Board testing accommodations and/or to request SAT School Day EL supports, return the related input and consent forms to the school by August 8, 2023. When returning forms, deliver to:
    • ATTN: Taylor Bartram, James Madison High School, 2500 James Madison Drive, Vienna, VA 22181
    • OR @email

When will my student receive SAT scores? 

  • Most scores for the SAT School Day will be available online to students through their free College Board accounts on November 1, 2022. Students can view scores via College Board at https://studentscores.collegeboard.org/home.  Students who do not currently have a College Board account will need to create one to view scores.  

What should my student bring to school on SAT School Day?

  • Students will need Number 2 pencils (not mechanical) and a graphing calculator for the SAT. Madison will NOT provide calculators on test day. It is also recommended that students bring a snack to eat during breaks. 

I have a question that is not listed above – who should I contact? 

  • Please contact our assessment coach, Jennifer Frate at (@email ) for more information regarding the SAT.