When should my child start preparing for the SAT in Los Angeles?

Earlier than you think. Most LA students begin SAT prep in 10th or early 11th grade, depending on their target schools and test timeline. We recommend starting prep at least 3–6 months before your planned test date. That gives your student time to review content, build endurance, and take multiple full-length digital practice tests.

Los Angeles students are often juggling APs, sports, clubs, and college tours, so spreading out the prep is key to avoiding burnout. We’ll start with a diagnostic test to assess where your student stands and build a smart, personalized timeline from there. If they’re aiming for early decision or highly selective schools, starting sooner can offer a major edge. We also help students time their prep around the PSAT or school-based SAT testing days. No matter the schedule, we’ll help you plan it out, down to the last Scantron bubble.