The SAT (Scholastic Aptitude /Assessment Test, created by the College Board) measures a student's ability to understand and process elements of both mathematical and verbal reasoning.

The ACT (created by the American College Testing Program) exam measures a student's ability to understand and process elements of English, Mathematical, Reading and Science concepts.

The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) measures a student’s ability to understand and process elements of Verbal reasoning, Mathematical reasoning, and Writing skills associated with critical thinking and analysis.

The CAHSEE (California High School Exit Examination) is a required test in the subjects of Language Arts and Mathematics.  All students in public high schools in the state of California must pass this exam in order to receive their diploma.