About S&D Academy
Master SAT & AP Prep Smarter: Practice More, Learn Faster
S&D Academy is a modern learning platform designed to make studying interactive, visual, and effective. Every practice test and detailed explanation was personally prepared and refined by our founder, who not only created these materials but also studied with them and achieved top AP scores.
The results of our students speak for themselves—see them on our homepage.
Start Your PreparationOur Mission & Principles
We make test preparation accessible, effective, and personalized for every student worldwide.
Effective Practice
Learn through real exam tasks that mirror actual test conditions and difficulty levels.
Smart Timing & Pacing
Master exam timing with built-in stopwatch and pacing indicators for every section.
Personalized Strategy
Adaptive recommendations based on your performance and progress tracking.
Accessible for Everyone
Quality education without borders—study from anywhere, at your own pace.
Our Story
S&D Academy was founded by students who experienced the challenges of AP and SAT preparation firsthand. After achieving top scores using our own carefully crafted materials, we taught AP courses for a year and refined our 80/20 practice-based methodology.
Our mission is simple: provide students worldwide with the same high-quality resources and proven strategies that helped us and our students succeed. Every MCQ includes explanations written by instructors who not only scored 5s themselves but also perfected the teaching approach through real classroom experience.
"We believe that every student can achieve maximum results with the right preparation strategy and quality materials."
How We Teach
Our proven methodology focuses on practical application over passive learning, ensuring you're exam-ready.
Theory
Essential concepts and foundational knowledge
Practice
Real exam tasks with detailed explanations
Smart Timing
Track pace with built-in stopwatch
Adaptive Pacing
Progress tracking and personalized recommendations
Why Practice-Based Learning Works
- ✓Active recall strengthens memory retention better than passive reading
- ✓Real exam experience reduces test anxiety and builds confidence
- ✓Immediate feedback helps identify and fix knowledge gaps quickly
- ✓Time management skills develop naturally through timed practice
Smart Timing & Pacing
Master exam timing with S&D Academy's built-in Stopwatch. Track your pace, finish on time, and optimize your practice.
AP Statistics
- MCQ: 40 questions / 90 min → ≈ 2:15 per question
- FRQ: 6 questions / 90 min → ≈ 15 min per question
- Typical split: Q1–Q5 ≈ 13 min, Q6 ≈ 25 min
AP Calculus AB
- MCQ Part A (No Calc): 30 questions / 60 min → 2:00 per question
- MCQ Part B (Calc): 15 questions / 45 min → 3:00 per question
- Total MCQ: 45 questions / 105 min → ≈ 2:20 per question
- FRQ: 6 questions / 90 min → ≈ 15 min per question
AP Micro/Macro
- MCQ: 60 questions / 70 min → ≈ 1:10 per question (~70 sec)
- FRQ: 3 questions / 60 min → 20 min per question
- Pattern: 1 long ≈ 20 min, 2 short ≈ 10 min each
How the S&D Stopwatch Helps
- ⏱️Auto-track time on each question and section
- ⏱️Live pace indicator vs. official targets
- ⏱️Session review with total and average times
- ⏱️Identify slow spots and optimize practice
Calculator note: Exam rules differ (e.g., Calculus AB Part A = no calculator; Part B = calculator allowed).
Frequently Asked Questions
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