How We Help Students Become Elite Performers
We understand that today's high school students are overloaded with demands across academics, athletics, extracurriculars, and social lives. Our approach respects their time, targets their specific needs, and builds authentic confidence.
Unlocking Academic Dreams Through Mentorship
At Elite Test Prep, we embody affordable excellence through driven educators who deliver maximum results without the stress of rigid corporate test franchises.
Standardized tests are not an intelligence test—they are a standardized puzzle. When students learn the mechanics of how questions are written, the pacing required for computer-adaptive modules, and how to stay calm under time pressure, test anxiety disappears and scores surge.
However, our true mission goes far beyond test scores. We are committed to fueling your student’s academic passion and equipping them with time-management, organization, and problem-solving skills that carry them through college and into life.
"We want our students to learn how to become elite performers in school and in life—building the confidence to aim high and achieve their dreams."
— Rachel De La Cruz, Lead Director
Accommodating varsity athletes, musicians, and loaded AP schedules.
Our Proven 5-Step Process
From initial assessment to test-day triumph, here is exactly how our tutors guide your student every step of the way.
Comprehensive Assessment
Every student begins with an initial evaluation or diagnostic practice test to pinpoint exact subject weaknesses, pacing habits, and test-taking instincts.
Customized Learning Plan
No one-size-fits-all curricula. We design a focused roadmap targeting your student’s score goals, target universities, and busy extracurricular schedule.
Dedicated 1-on-1 Mentorship
Students meet regularly with dedicated Strategic Learning Coaches—certified educators holding Master’s degrees or higher with over a decade of teaching expertise.
Targeted Practice & Hacks
Students practice with authentic exam materials, learning proven tips, pacing tricks, calculator shortcuts, and error-elimination strategies.
Measurable Breakthrough
With an average gain of +220 points on the SAT and +7 points on the ACT, our students turn dream college acceptances and merit scholarships into reality.
We Make the Most of Your Time
High school students don’t have 15 extra hours a week to sit in traffic or attend generic group lectures.
We customize session frequency, times, and locations to seamlessly fit your student’s busy calendar. Whether your student needs weekend morning sessions, weekday evening check-ins after band practice, or virtual sessions during sports travel, we provide the elite guidance they need.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from parents navigating standardized tests and academic tutoring.
How do you determine whether my student should take the SAT or ACT?
We recommend starting with our $35 at-home diagnostic testing. Students complete a practice section or diagnostic exam, and within 3 days, Rachel provides a comprehensive score analysis comparing performance and timing tendencies between the two tests. We then review the results in a phone consultation to help you choose the test best suited for your student.
Where do in-person tutoring sessions take place?
In-person sessions are held locally throughout Fayette County and Coweta County, Georgia—including Peachtree City, Fayetteville, Tyrone, Newnan, and Sharpsburg. Sessions are scheduled at a mutually agreed-upon quiet location such as a local library or tutoring space.
How does virtual online tutoring work?
Our virtual tutoring sessions are live, interactive, and one-on-one. Tutors and students share screens, work through digital whiteboards and practice problems in real time, and review strategy step-by-step. Virtual tutoring delivers the same personalized attention and score improvements as in-person instruction, with zero commute time and nationwide availability.
Who are your tutors and what qualifications do they hold?
Elite Test Prep is led by Rachel De La Cruz and an exceptional team of certified educators and test specialists. Every tutor holds a Master’s degree or higher in their respective academic field and brings over 10 years of professional teaching and test-prep experience.
How soon should my student begin test preparation?
Most students find the greatest success starting preparation during their sophomore or early junior year, typically 2 to 4 months prior to their target official test date. This allows ample time for steady mastery of content, realistic timed practice, and confidence-building without cramming.
Do you offer general subject tutoring for middle and high school classes?
Yes! In addition to SAT and ACT prep, we provide subject-specific academic tutoring across middle and high school curricula—including regular, Honors, AP, and Dual Enrollment courses in Math (Algebra, Geometry, Pre-Calc, Calculus, Statistics), Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Literature, History, and Spanish.
What are your rates and payment terms?
We believe in affordable excellence with transparent, budget-friendly pricing. Diagnostic at-home practice tests are just $35 (including score report and phone consultation). Tutoring sessions are invoiced conveniently via QuickBooks without requiring expensive long-term franchise contracts. Contact us for our current hourly rate sheet tailored to your student’s goals.
Ready to Create Your Student’s Custom Plan?
Contact us today for a friendly, no-pressure conversation about your student’s goals, timeline, and upcoming test dates.