At the young age of six, Preesha Chakraborty achieved lifetime membership in the esteemed Mensa Foundation, recognized as the world’s oldest high-IQ society. Now, at the age of nine, she has earned a spot in the list of the “world’s brightest” students, as acknowledged by the renowned Johns Hopkins Centre for Talented Youth.
Residing in Fremont, California, Preesha attends Warm Spring Elementary School. Her exceptional academic abilities and passion for learning have consistently set her apart. In Summer 2023, as a Grade 3 student, she undertook the Johns Hopkins Centre for Talented Youth (JH-CTY) test, showcasing her intellectual prowess.
Preesha’s achievements include excelling in the SAT, ACT, School and College Ability Test, and similar assessments as part of the CTY Talent Search. Her performance in the test’s verbal and quantitative sections, equivalent to the 99th percentile of advanced Grade 5 performances, earned her Grand Honors. This accomplishment qualifies her for over 250 advanced programs offered by Johns Hopkins CTY in subjects like mathematics, computer programming, chemistry, physics, reading, and writing.
Furthermore, Preesha’s outstanding performance in the national-level NNAT (Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test), where she secured the 99th percentile, led to her membership in the Mensa Foundation at the age of six. This exclusive membership is granted to individuals scoring at the 98th percentile or higher on approved intelligence tests. Preesha’s achievements highlight her exceptional intellect and dedication to academic excellence.
