Score improvement depends on your starting point and effort level, but most students see meaningful gains with focused practice. If you're consistently missing 8-10 questions per section, targeted instruction can often help you reach 5-7 missed questions within 4-6 weeks of consistent work. The key is identifying your specific weak spots—whether that's passage comprehension, question interpretation, or pacing—and building skills systematically. Tutors can help you track progress through practice tests and adjust your strategy as you improve.

Most students benefit from a structured approach: spending 3-4 minutes reading and annotating each passage, then 8-9 minutes answering the associated questions. However, the right pace depends on your reading speed and comprehension level. Many students try to read too quickly and miss key details, while others spend too much time on difficult passages. A tutor can help you find your optimal reading speed, teach annotation techniques that improve comprehension without slowing you down, and develop strategies for managing time pressure across all four passages.

Each question type requires a slightly different approach. Main idea questions reward understanding the passage's overall structure and purpose, while detail questions require careful re-reading of specific sections. Inference questions demand distinguishing between what's directly stated and what logically follows. Comparative reading questions add complexity by requiring you to understand relationships between two passages. Rather than memorizing generic strategies, working with a tutor helps you practice these question types with real LSAT passages and develop intuition for what each question is testing.

Most LSAT prep experts recommend taking 20-30 full practice tests before your actual exam, with the final 10-15 done under strict timed conditions. However, quantity matters less than quality—reviewing each test thoroughly to understand why you missed questions is crucial. For Reading Comprehension specifically, many students benefit from drilling individual sections separately before taking full tests. A tutor can help you create a realistic practice schedule, identify which tests to prioritize, and conduct thorough reviews that turn practice tests into learning opportunities rather than just performance checks.

Test anxiety during Reading Comprehension often stems from time pressure or encountering difficult passages. Building confidence through repeated practice with timed sections helps normalize the pressure and proves to yourself that you can handle it. Developing a consistent pre-test routine, learning breathing techniques, and practicing positive self-talk also help. Many students find that anxiety decreases significantly once they've drilled enough practice passages that they feel genuinely prepared. Working with a tutor who can simulate test conditions and provide encouragement helps you build the mental resilience needed for test day.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who specialize in LSAT Reading Comprehension for students in New Orleans. When getting matched with a tutor, look for someone with proven LSAT expertise, experience teaching the specific question types that challenge you, and a teaching style that fits your learning preferences. Your first session is a great opportunity to discuss your target score, current strengths and weaknesses, and what timeline works for you. Many students find that even a few sessions focused on strategy and practice can significantly accelerate their progress.

Your first session typically focuses on assessment and planning. A tutor will likely have you work through a timed Reading Comprehension section to understand your current performance, then review your answers to identify patterns in the types of questions you're missing. You'll discuss your target score, timeline, and any specific concerns—whether that's pacing, particular question types, or managing difficult passages. From there, your tutor can create a personalized study plan that addresses your unique needs and builds toward your score goal.