If you have a student preparing to take the SSAT, Varsity Tutors can connect you with qualified Memphis SSAT preparation that can provide your child with detailed test review. The Secondary School Admission Test, or SSAT, is a standardized exam used by admissions counselors to evaluate the abilities of students interested in enrolling in a private or independent school. Utilizing outside help can lend direction and structure to your student's review, helping to ensure that they are studying the appropriate content material.
Connecting with Varsity Tutors means that your student will have access to multiple types of instruction, including private tutoring and online SSAT courses. Each test prep option offers unique benefits and are led by expert instructors. Whether you decide to get matched with a qualified Memphis SSAT tutor or enroll in a Memphis SSAT prep course, you can be assured that your student will have access to top-notch test prep resources that can help provide awareness of the content and layout of the tests.
What can Memphis SSAT prep help my student review?
The SSAT is a standardized exam used to measure the basic verbal, math, and reading skills students need to succeed in private and independent schools. The test gives an equitable means to assess and compare applicants, and your student will complete one of three separate levels of the test depending on his or her age. These levels are Elementary, Middle, and Upper. Students will not be permitted a calculator for the Quantitative section throughout any level of the exam. Students taking the Elementary Level exam are encouraged to guess, but students taking the Upper and Middle Level SSAT will receive a point for each correct answer and lose one-quarter of a point for an incorrect answer. However, there is no penalty for unanswered questions. Also, The Experimental and Writing Sample sections are unscored across all levels of the SSAT. Here we will take a more in-depth look at each level of the SSAT to give you a better idea of what your student will need to prepare for before test day.
The Upper Level is intended for students between eighth and 11th grade seeking admission to an independent high school the following year. The test includes a Writing Sample that asks students to provide a written response to one of two prompts. Next, the two Quantitative sections will cover topics such as algebra, data analysis and probability, coordinate and plane geometry, and number operations. After this section is the 40 question Reading portion of the test where they will be asked to read texts in order to identify main ideas, make inferences and predictions, determine the author's purpose, and evaluate opinions and arguments. Finally, the Verbal section is made up of 60 questions that will measure their fluency in English by testing them on concepts such as synonyms, analogies, word roots, and determining meaning from context.
The Middle Level SSAT is designed for students finishing fifth, sixth, or seventh grade and looking to attend an independent middle school the following school year. Students can expect to complete a Writing Sample that asks them to write a story based on one of two creative prompts provided to them. Next, they will encounter two Quantitative sections. These sections combine for a total of 50 questions and test them on subjects such as arithmetic, elementary algebra, and geometry. After that, students will complete a Reading section that measures their ability to interpret meaning from narrative and argumentative passages. Finally, the 60 question Verbal portion of the exam will measure their fluency in English as it pertains to synonyms, analogies, and parts of speech, among other things.
The Elementary Level SSAT is designed for third and fourth-grade students looking to apply to independent or private schools for the following year. In this level, your child will complete the Quantitative, Verbal, Reading, and Writing Sample sections mentioned above, but they will be designed to correspond with their age range and education level. This test is composed of 89 questions and must be completed within one hour and 50 minutes. Students taking the Elementary Level SSAT are encouraged to guess as wrong answers do not count against their total score.
How can Memphis SSAT prep help my student prepare?
Varsity Tutors recognizes that students learn in different ways and at different speeds. To provide maximum flexibility and accommodate student needs, we offer both online courses and private tutoring. Let's take a closer look at the benefits of each option.
Enrolling in a Memphis SSAT prep class is an excellent step toward diversifying a student's test review. Our online platform is intuitive and user-friendly. Students will be placed in a virtual classroom that they share with other peers, allowing them to strategize, troubleshoot, and work together in real time. All classes are led by a qualified instructor that has been thoroughly vetted by Varsity Tutors. This option also permits students to schedule one-on-one time with their instructor to work through tricky concepts or areas of opportunity that may require more individualized instruction. With new two- and four-week classes beginning weekly, students can jump in whenever their schedule permits.
Getting matched with a Memphis SSAT tutor provides students with personalized lessons tailored specifically to their academic needs. Working with a private mentor means that students don't have to wait for their needs to align with a classroom curriculum. Tutors can work to develop a study plan that focuses on a student's strengths, goals, and areas of opportunity. In order to accommodate scheduling conflicts, private mentors can meet either online or in-person to provide maximum flexibility.
How do I get my student connected to qualified Memphis SSAT prep?
While your student may have to take the SSAT on their own, there is no need for them to study alone. Whether they are just beginning their studies or beginning to feel fatigued, Memphis SSAT prep can help to invigorate their studies. Contact Varsity Tutors today to speak with an educational consultant who can help you determine which type of test prep will fit your student's needs.

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- Barnard College - Bachelors, Anthropology
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- SSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- PARCC
- PSAT
- +66 subjects

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- University of Montevallo - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ACT
- IELTS - International English Language Testing System
- SAT
- +71 subjects
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- Dillard University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
- University of Southern California - Master of Arts Teaching, Social Studies Teacher Education
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- GED
- ACT
- PSAT
- +41 subjects

Barbara: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
...all the wonders that accompany it. Through my years of experience, I have developed strategies to help students improve in areas of concern in order to attain their academic goals. My wish is for all of my students to love learning, too. Whether a student wants to prepare for the ACT, improve reading comprehension, or develop successful test taking strategies, I can help him or her develop the tools necessary for success.... I am an educator who believes in the power of reading and writing. Not only are these skills essential to function in our day to day world but they also open a world of possibility. I believe all students can learn when given the right intellectual tools, and I enjoy the challenge of finding the right tool to unlock the potential in each student.
Education & Certification
- University of Memphis - Bachelors, English
- University of Memphis - Masters, Curriculum and Instruction
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- CSAP/ TCAP
- CAHSEE
- PSAT
- +39 subjects

Malorie: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
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- Victory University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ISEE
- College English
- Science
- +16 subjects

Charlotte: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
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- UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE AT KNOXVILLE - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
- University of Memphis - Masters in Education, Educational Administration
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- A Level
- ACCUPLACER
- ISEE
- +31 subjects

Kimberly: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
I am a fun-loving person. I enjoy teaching students. As a teacher, I treasure the moment when I see a student smile, because they grasped a skill or a concept. I am currently an elementary teacher. Most importantly, I want all my students to succeed in all their educational goals. Therefore, it is my desire to always be an effective teacher by addressing all of my students' educational needs.... Learning is universal. I believe that effective teaching allows one to connect to many by accepting and acknowledging different learning styles. As a teacher, my goal is to foster the will to learn. So, I believe in teaching that makes everyone excited and desire the will to learn something new, and to share it with others. Most importantly, I believe as a teacher, one must teach others to learn, as well as learn from the ones that you teach.
Education & Certification
- Crichton College - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- CSAP/ TCAP
- ISEE
- High School English
- +24 subjects

Sabrina: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
...in Creative Writing (poetry) from Washington University in St. Louis. I love language and the written word and I want to instill that love and appreciation in others. I've worked with elementary school students to improve their reading skills as an AmeriCorps Vista Intern with Literacy Mid-South, and while at WashU I led numerous writing workshops for groups ranging from elementary school students to my college peers. I wrote for our campus newspaper, Student Life,...
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- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT
- Poetry
- SAT Writing and Language
- +21 subjects

Jared: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
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- Greenville College - Bachelors, Digital Media
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ISEE
- Test Prep
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- +37 subjects

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I am currently an elementary school teacher. I have been teaching for 12 years and I am passionate about helping students improve in all academic subjects. I am confident that my passion and experiences are the qualities you are looking for at Varsity Tutors.
Education & Certification
- University of Memphis - Bachelors, Special Education
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Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- Science
- ISEE-Lower Level Reading Comprehension
- Elementary School Writing
- +24 subjects

James: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
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Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ISEE
- Reading
- 1st Grade Writing
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I am very passionate about literacy and strongly believe that any person has the capability to read. The only difference amongst all readers is the learning style in which one gains said ability. I look forward to helping you and/or your child set and reach academic goals.
Education & Certification
- University of Mississippi - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
- University of Mississippi - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ISEE
- Writing
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +10 subjects

Jenny: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
A graduate of Harvard University and the University of Virginia, I am a certified foreign language teacher with twenty years of experience teaching Spanish, French, Portuguese, and English. I specialize in Spanish 1, 2, and 3 and helping students navigate the college application process and helping them edit and polish their application essays.
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- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
- Harvard University - Masters in Education, Spanish Teacher Education
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT
- ISEE
- ACCUPLACER
- +32 subjects
Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ACT
- GCSE
- REGENTS
- +25 subjects

Jeremy: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
...who has taught Organic Chemistry and General Chemistry I many times. I have also taught Introductory Chemistry to students who had never had chemistry before and also a General, Organic, and Biochemistry course for health professions. I look at chemistry as a set of skills to be learned, similar to learning a sport or a musical instrument. I can show you what to do, but to really learn you need to do things yourself.
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- Ripon College - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- Yale University - Doctor of Philosophy, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- Biology
- Math
- Chemistry
- +18 subjects

Chasity: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
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Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- GED
- K-11th Grade Standardized Tests
- ACT
- +57 subjects

Diptesh: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor of Science, Global Public Health & Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SHSAT
- Advanced Placement
- ISEE
- +88 subjects

Max: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ISEE
- SAT
- +104 subjects

Joscelyn: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- CogAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- REGENTS
- +96 subjects

Matt: Memphis SSAT test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
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- Georgetown University - Masters, Biophysics and Human Physiology
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- SAT Subject Tests
- +85 subjects