Cps Selective Enrollment Cutoff Scores 20242024 Updated =link= «TRENDING | REVIEW»

The CPS Selective Enrollment cutoff scores for the 2024-2025 school year have been released. The scores are based on the SHSAT results from the 2023 test administration. Here are some key highlights:

Cutoff scores are not predetermined by the district. Instead, they fluctuate dynamically each admissions cycle based on the academic strength and preferences of the applicant pool. The 900-Point Selection Rubric Explained

: The first 30% of seats are filled by the highest-scoring students regardless of their socio-economic tier ("Rank" category). The remaining 70% of seats are divided equally among Tiers 1 through 4. Waitlist Eligibility : For top-tier schools like , applicants with fewer than 600 points are generally not eligible for the waitlist. Tiebreakers

To be competitive for Payton in Tier 4, you likely needed a composite score around 860+ (top ~5% of applicants). In Tier 1, ~830+ might suffice. cps selective enrollment cutoff scores 20242024 updated

Whether you are aiming for the prestige of Walter Payton College Prep, the rigor of Northside College Prep, or the innovative programs at Jones or Brooks, understanding is your roadmap to success. These scores determine who receives a golden ticket to Chicago’s most competitive high schools.

By following these tips and staying informed, students and parents can navigate the CPS Selective Enrollment process with confidence. Good luck!

| School | Tier 1 | Tier 2 | Tier 3 | Tier 4 | General (non-tier, if any) | |--------|--------|--------|--------|--------|----------------------------| | | 830+ | 840+ | 850+ | 860+ | N/A – tier only | | Northside Prep | 820+ | 830+ | 840+ | 850+ | N/A | | Jones College Prep | 810+ | 820+ | 830+ | 840+ | N/A | | Whitney Young | 800+ | 810+ | 820+ | 830+ | N/A | | Lane Tech | 760+ | 770+ | 780+ | 790+ | N/A | | Lindblom | 740+ | 750+ | 760+ | 770+ | N/A | | Brooks | 720+ | 730+ | 740+ | 750+ | N/A | | King College Prep | 690+ | 700+ | 710+ | 720+ | N/A | The CPS Selective Enrollment cutoff scores for the

To decode the cutoffs, you must understand the math. CPS uses a 50/50 weighting, but the execution is specific.

A: No. The trend for 2024-2025 is stable to slightly higher (+1 to +3 points) due to a larger applicant pool returning to in-person testing.

If you scored in the 95th percentile in Math and the 90th percentile in Reading: Waitlist Eligibility : For top-tier schools like ,

Do not rely on the waitlist. Assume the initial cutoff is the final cutoff.

CPS calculates each student's eligibility score using a maximum , split equally between final seventh-grade marks and performance on the High School Admissions Test (HSAT).