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Key Facts: SSAT Math Exam
50 questions
Total SSAT math questions (2 sections × 25 each)
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30 minutes
Time limit per Quantitative section
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500–800
Scaled score range per Quantitative section
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−1/4 point
Penalty for each incorrect answer (no penalty for skipped questions)
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$172
Standard SSAT registration fee (U.S./Canada, Middle/Upper Level)
ssat.org/testing/ssat-options-pricing, 2025–2026
No calculator
Calculators are prohibited on all SSAT sections
Enrollment Management Association, ssat.org
The SSAT Quantitative section consists of two 25-question, 30-minute sections, totaling 50 questions in 60 minutes of testing time. Students cannot use a calculator. Each correct answer earns 1 point, and each incorrect answer loses 1/4 point, so strategic guessing matters. The combined scaled score for both Quantitative sections ranges from 1000 to 1600 at the Upper Level. The Enrollment Management Association (EMA) administers the SSAT, which is accepted at hundreds of independent and boarding schools in the U.S. and abroad. (Source: ssat.org, 2025–2026)
Sample SSAT Math Practice Questions
Try these sample questions to test your SSAT Math exam readiness. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.
1What is the value of 3/8 + 5/12?
2What is 35% of 240?
3Which of the following is NOT a prime number?
4The ratio of boys to girls in a class is 3:5. If there are 24 girls, how many boys are there?
5If a bag of apples costs $3.60 and contains 12 apples, what is the cost per apple?
6What is the least common multiple (LCM) of 8 and 12?
7A train travels 180 miles in 3 hours. At this rate, how many miles will it travel in 5 hours?
8Which of the following is between 2/3 and 3/4?
9If 20% of a number is 14, what is 50% of the same number?
10What is the value of 2³ × 3² ÷ 6?
About the SSAT Math Exam
The SSAT (Secondary School Admission Test) Quantitative sections test mathematical reasoning without a calculator at the Upper Level (grades 8–11) and Middle Level (grades 6–8). The exam includes two separate 25-question sections covering Number Concepts, Algebra, Geometry, and Data Analysis, each 30 minutes long. Incorrect answers incur a 1/4-point penalty.
Questions
100 scored questions
Time Limit
30 minutes per section (60 minutes for both Quantitative sections)
Passing Score
Scaled score 500–800 per section; competitive scores vary by target school
Exam Fee
$172 standard (U.S./Canada); $242 Prometric; $258 at-home (Enrollment Management Association (EMA))
SSAT Math Exam Content Outline
Number Concepts and Operations
Fractions, decimals, percents, ratios, proportions, prime numbers, LCM, GCD, absolute value, exponents, sequences, and arithmetic word problems.
Algebra
Linear equations, inequalities, slope and intercept, function notation, direct variation, systems of equations, and algebraic word problems.
Geometry and Measurement
Area, perimeter, circumference, volume, Pythagorean theorem, special triangles, coordinate geometry, angle relationships, and similar figures.
Data Analysis and Probability
Mean, median, mode, range, graph/table interpretation, basic probability, independent events, and counting principles.
How to Pass the SSAT Math Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Scaled score 500–800 per section; competitive scores vary by target school
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 30 minutes per section (60 minutes for both Quantitative sections)
- Exam fee: $172 standard (U.S./Canada); $242 Prometric; $258 at-home
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many math questions are on the SSAT?
The SSAT includes two Quantitative sections, each with 25 questions, for a total of 50 math questions. Each section is 30 minutes long.
Is there a calculator allowed on the SSAT math section?
No. Calculators are not permitted on any section of the SSAT, including the Quantitative (Math) sections.
What math topics appear on the SSAT?
The SSAT Quantitative section tests four areas: Number Concepts and Operations (fractions, percents, exponents), Algebra (equations, functions, inequalities), Geometry and Measurement (area, perimeter, Pythagorean theorem), and Data Analysis and Probability (mean, median, probability).
What is the scoring scale for SSAT math?
Each Quantitative section is scored on a 500–800 scale. The two sections combine for a total scaled score of 1000–1600. Correct answers earn 1 point; incorrect answers lose 1/4 point.
How is the SSAT different at the Upper vs. Middle Level?
The Upper Level SSAT (grades 8–11) targets students applying to high school and includes more advanced algebra and geometry. The Middle Level (grades 6–8) covers the same four content areas but with slightly less advanced material. Both share the same 25-question, 30-minute format per section.
How much does the SSAT cost?
In the U.S. and Canada, the standard SSAT paper test for Middle/Upper level costs $172. The Prometric (test-center) option is $242, and the at-home option is $258. Fee waivers are available for qualifying students.