Testing
This test includes assessments in reading, English, and math that determine course placement. The University of New Mexico and Central New Mexico Community College use this assessment for dual enrolled student placement if needed.
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a multi-aptitude test battery consisting of 10 individual tests. Students receive scores on each individual test as well as composite scores based on the combination of individual tests. Composite scores are given in the areas of Verbal, Math, and Academic Ability. Students who would like to join the military need to take the ASVAB. It is also a career exploration test so any student can take it even if they are not interested in the military.
The Preliminary SAT (PSAT) test is a standardized test that provides practice for the SAT test. It is also a pre-qualifier to enter the National Merit Scholarship Corporation scholarship program.
The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program (AP) enables students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school.
The ACT assessment measures academic achievement in the areas of English, mathematics, reading and science. The ACT can be required for entrance for many colleges and universities. It can be used to determine placement and scholarship eligibility.
The SAT measures verbal and mathematical reasoning skills. The SAT is required for entrance to many colleges and universities. It can be used to determine placement and scholarship eligibility.
