P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School announced that junior Hyle Ismail earned a perfect score of 1520 on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT), an honor achieved by less than 1% of students nationwide. 

“We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate Hyle’s extraordinary achievement,” P.K. Yonge Secondary Principal Dr. Ashley Pennypacker Hill said in a press release. “Earning a perfect PSAT score is an exceptional milestone – one that speaks not only to Hyle’s remarkable intellect, but also to his discipline, drive, and unwavering commitment to learning. 

“This achievement inspires all of our students to aim high, work diligently, and embrace the joy of learning. Hyle has set a remarkable example for our school and our community.” 

Beyond academics, Hyle is the Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) president, the debate club treasurer, a member of the National Honor Society, and plays on the junior varsity basketball team.