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Pre-ACT Testing (All 9th and 10th Graders)

Posted Date: 03/14/25 (11:59 AM)
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RE: Pre-ACT Testing (All 9th and 10th Graders)


Freshman & Sophomore Parents and Guardians, 


On Tuesday, April 15th, RHS will be administering the PreACT exam to all freshman and sophomore students. The total testing time is around 3 hours: 2 hours and 10 minutes testing time plus 1 hour for pretest activities. The subject breakdown includes: English - 30 min, Math - 40 min, Reading - 30 min, and Science - 30 min.


The PreACT will help you and your student: 

  • Identify your current academic readiness for college and career using your PreACT score report 

  • Predict how the student will perform on the ACT after an additional year of learning

  • Determine skills students can improve based on their performance 

  • Explore how student career aspirations align with their interests


Here is a link to an informational brochure about this exam. Additional information can be found at act.org/preact 


Below are some important details to know for testing day


  • Check in for the exam will begin at 7:30 AM in the commons. 

  • Students should bring 3 sharpened #2 pencils, and a calculator.

  • Cell phones, smart watches, fitness bands, and any other devices with recording, WiFi, internet, or communication capabilities are prohibited. All such devices must be powered off and placed out of sight. Students may not handle or access their devices until they leave the test site.

  • Food and drink may only be consumed outside of the testing room during designated breaks.

  • Please encourage students to arrive on time. If students arrive after test booklets have been distributed, they will not be admitted into the testing room and will be sent to class.

  • Students will be excused from the first 3 class periods of the day.

  • If the testing time runs into lunch, the lunch break will be adjusted and students will also be excused from a portion of their 4th period class. 


To opt out of the PreACT assessment, this form must be completed by the parent/guardian. 

Return the opt out form to the main office at the high school no later than April 11th