Catholic high school entrance exams

Walk into test day knowing what to expect.

Clear, structured prep books for the TACHS and the HSPT: realistic practice questions, answer keys with explanations, and a study plan an 8th grader can actually follow.

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About the author

Hi, I'm Rachel.

I write test prep books for students applying to Catholic high schools, and for the parents who want to help them prepare without turning the kitchen table into a battlefield.

Entrance exams like the TACHS and the HSPT reward familiarity as much as knowledge: knowing the sections, the timing and the kind of questions that show up. My books focus on exactly that, with practice that mirrors the real test and explanations that show the reasoning, not just the right letter.

Every book includes a simple plan to spread the work over the weeks before the exam, plus strategies for the nerves that come with a big test day.

  • Realistic practice. Questions organized by section, the way the real exam is.
  • Explained answers. Every answer key shows why, so mistakes turn into progress.
  • A plan to follow. A week-by-week schedule that fits around school.
The books

Prep books for 2026–2027

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TACHS · New York

TACHS Prep 2026-2027

The complete study guide for New York 8th graders: 400+ practice questions with answer keys and test-anxiety strategies.

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HSPT

HSPT Prep 2026-2027

A six-week study guide with two full-length practice tests and clear explanations.

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