the last school followed Entrance Exam The Specialized High Schools Admissions Test assesses knowledge and skills that are needed for success in a high school for high achieving students. These skills consist of the ability to comprehend English prose, the ability to think through a verbal problem in order to reach a reasoned conclusion based on the given information, and problem-solving skills in mathematics. Ranking It is important because you will be assigned to a specialized high school based upon the score you earn on the test and your ranked choice(s) of school(s). If you are assigned to a specialized high school based on your score and ranking of schools, you may then accept or decline this school. If you decline this offer, you will not be offered a seat at any of the other specialized high schools. Review Procedure After the current schools, students and parents/guardians are informed of the results, parents/guardians, accompanied by their child, may review the student's answer sheet by requesting an appointment with a representative from the Office of Assessment. Appointments. Fees There are no fees at this high school.