Student learning objective:
Evaluate your PSAT scores to identify areas of strength as well as areas for potential improvement and identify tools that you can use to prepare for the test.
Student digital learning objective:
Use educational smartphone apps such as Big Futures School, Khan Academy, and Desmos Scientific Calculator to identify strengths and weaknesses and to complete targeted practice for the PSAT.
Smartphone Apps
Big Futures School
This app works with your existing College Board Account and requires login
On an Apple device, go to the app store
On an Android device, go to the Google Play store
Search for Big Futures and download the app
Agree to the privacy policies in order to access your scores and data
After logging in, you can access score reports as well as information related to college and scholarships
Khan Academy
On an Apple device, go to the app store
On an Android device, go to the Google Play store
Search for Khan academy and download the app
Sign in using your personal or school account
Use the magnifying glass icon along the bottom navigation menu to search for PSAT resources
You can read article about the PSAT, enroll in a PSAT prep class or find information and practice problems related to your identified areas of interest
Remember that you also have Khan academy on your launchpad so you can access these resources from our phone, tablet or computer
Desmos Scientific Calculator
On an Apple device, go to the app store
On an Android device, go to the Google Play store
Search for Desmos and download the app
This is the same calculator that you will be able to access during the PSAT
Practice using this tool so that you are familiar with its capabilities on test day
Check the resources page for a video to help you use this tool more efficiently
🧭 Quick Comparison Table
| App | Best For | Why It Helps |
|---|---|---|
| Khan Academy | Personalized practice | Official partner, adaptive lessons |
| Varsity Tutors | Full-length tests | Timed exams + detailed explanations |
| Bluebook | Test‑day simulation | Exact PSAT interface & tools |
| Desmos | Math fluency | Same calculator as the PSAT |
| Quizlet | Vocabulary | Flashcards + spaced repetition |
| ReadTheory | Reading comprehension | Adaptive passages |
| Kaplan Free Resources | Extra quizzes | Expert‑designed practice |
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