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Are you preparing for the Digital SAT® (DSAT®) exam and curious about your potential score? You’ve come to the right place! With this interactive SAT® score calculator, you can predict how your raw score translates to your SAT® score to answer the common question, “Is my SAT® score good enough?”

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What is the Digital SAT®? When is the SAT® going digital?

The Digital SAT® (or DSAT®) represents a significant evolution in how the College Board administers and scores the SAT®. Starting in Spring 2024, this new format leverages the benefits of digital testing and adaptivity to assess a student’s capabilities better. Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming test format:

Reading and Writing Modules:

  • Module 1: You will answer 27 questions; your raw score will be the number of correct answers.
  • Adaptive Component: Your performance in Module 1 influences the difficulty of the questions in Reading and Writing Module 2, which also contains 27 questions. Your raw score here again depends on the number of correct answers.
  • Scoring: The raw scores from both modules are combined and converted to your Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Section Score, ranging from 200 to 800.

Math Modules:

  • Module 1: This section includes 22 questions, with your raw score reflecting the number of correct answers.
  • Adaptive Component: As with reading and writing, your performance in Math Module 1 determines the question set in Math Module 2, which also has 22 questions. Your raw score is based on correct answers.
  • Scoring: The raw scores from both Math modules are combined and converted into your Math Section Score, ranging from 200 to 800.

Revised SAT® Score Calculation:

With the introduction of the DSAT®, the calculation of scores are now:

  • Reading and Writing: The raw scores from both Reading and Writing modules are added and converted to the section score.
  • Math: Similarly, the raw scores from both Math modules are totaled and then converted to the section score.

The total SAT® score, combining the Reading, Writing, and Math sections, will still range from 400 to 1600.

What’s the difference between SAT® raw scores and SAT® scale scores? How do they calculate each?

Raw Scores: These are simply the number of questions you answer correctly across the modules. There is no penalty for guessing, so your raw score is the total count of correct responses.

Scale Scores: The raw scores are then converted to scale scores for each section. These are between 200-800 for the two sections, to give you a total SAT® score between 400-1600.

Understanding Raw Scores and Scale Scores in the Digital SAT®

For the DSAT®, this conversion will consider the adaptive nature of the test, ensuring that scores are comparable across different test forms and difficulty levels.

The new Digital SAT® is adaptive. This means that the difficulty of the questions in the second module will be based on your performance in the first module. This ensures a more personalized test experience and allows for a precise measurement of your skills and knowledge.

As we prepare for the launch of the Digital SAT®, we’ve updated our SAT® score calculator to reflect these changes. This tool is invaluable for assessing students’ readiness and predicting their potential performance.

What is a good SAT® score? Decent score? Bad score?

A good SAT® score really depends on the student and their aspirations. For example, if you’re applying to Harvard and have a 1200 SAT® score, you’ll unlikely get in since Harvard’s average score is typically over 1500. However, if you’re applying to Michigan State University with that same score, that would be competitive for your college application.

Generally, anything that falls into the top 30% of graduating high school students should be considered a good SAT® score. When you review the 2019 SAT® score trends, you see the nationally representative sample average SAT® score is 1120. The 70th percentile SAT® test taker is 1170.

The former number compares how students did on the SAT® to an overall sample of all students grades 11-12, regardless of whether or not they took the SAT®. The latter number applies the actual scores of students in the past three graduating classes to the latest SAT®.

A decent SAT® score would probably be something around the 50th percentile. Using the nationally representative sample, you’d find this to be a 1010. Looking at just SAT® test takers, the 50th percentile SAT® score is between 1050 and 1060.

A bad SAT® score is quite subjective. But, if you were looking at it from a percentiles standpoint, it could be any score below the 25th percentile. Looking at the nationally representative sample, this is between 870 and 880. For just SAT® test takers, it’d be a 910.

Is 1600 a good SAT® score?

Yes! 1600 is not just a good SAT® score; it’s a perfect SAT® score. Like the ACT®, depending on the particular test, there is sometimes leeway on getting a perfect SAT® score. In other words, there are edge cases where you may be able to get one Reading question wrong and still get an 800 for your section score.

How hard is it to get a 1400 on the SAT®?

It can be pretty tough to score a 1400 on the SAT®. Scoring a 1400 means you’re in the 97th percentile for the nationally representative sample and the 94th percentile among SAT® takers.

Furthermore, if you were to assume you wanted to score a 700 in both sections and you play around with the score calculator above, you’d see that to score a 700 in math, you can only miss around seve questions on average.

Then, to score a 700 in Reading and Writing, you’d only be able to miss around seven questions in SAT® Reading and Writing.

Is 1200 a good SAT® score?

A 1200 is a good SAT® score. Reviewing the 2019 SAT® score trends, you’ll see that 1200 equates to the 81st percentile for the nationally representative sample and the 74th percentile for SAT® test takers. This means scoring 1200 on the SAT® puts you in the top quartile of high school students taking the test.

What is the average SAT® score?

The average SAT® score is typically between 1010 and 1060. This is pulled from the SAT® score trend data in which the 50th percentile for the nationally representative sample was a 1010, and among SAT® test takers, the 50th percentile fell between a 1050 and 1060.

Why is the SAT® exam curved?

The SAT® exam itself is not curved relative to test takers. However, the College Board puts each test through an “equating” process. This process ensures no student receives an advantage or disadvantage from taking a particular for on the SAT® on a particular day.

In other words, it ensures a test score of 500 equals a test score 500 on an SAT® from another day.

How do I read my SAT® Score Report?

The College Board provides a helpful short video on how to understand your SAT® score report here.

The first step is navigating to studentscores.collegeboard.org.

Upon logging in, you’ll see your total SAT® score, which combines your Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Section and Math Section score.

In your SAT® Score Report, you’ll also find specifics on your test scores (number correct and incorrect in each section), cross-test scores (how you analyze texts and solve problems that are interdisciplinary with Science and History) and subscores (how you performed on specific key concepts).

The report color-codes each section so you know exactly where you need to improve.

You can review the College Board’s PDF resource on reading SAT® Score Reports here.

Why should I use this SAT® score calculator?

We’ve crafted Albert’s SAT® score calculator to align with the latest official practice test curves provided by the College Board. This ensures our calculations are as accurate and current as possible. With the new Digital SAT® format launching in 2024, we’ve updated our calculator to reflect these changes and provide you with reliable score estimates.

We developed this DSAT® score calculator to go beyond the static tables typically used by others. Our interactive tool, complete with sliders, offers a more dynamic and engaging way to visualize your scoring potential. It’s not just about crunching numbers; it’s about providing a motivational and insightful experience to help you identify where you can make the most impactful improvements in your SAT® preparation. With our calculator, you can experiment with different scenarios and see how changes in each section could elevate your overall score to meet your SAT® aspirations.

How do you figure out your SAT® superscore?

To figure out your SAT® superscore, you’ll need to first compile all of the test days you took the DSAT®. Next, look for your highest scores for SAT® Reading and SAT® Math.

So for example, if you earn a 700 on one SAT® Math test, and a 750 on another, you’d choose the 750.

Finally, total your highest scores — this is your DSAT® superscore.

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FAQs

What is the best calculator for the digital SAT? ›

So the best calculator for the Digital SAT in 2024 is.... The TI-Nspire CX II CAS, with graphing done by DESMOS! All SAT test takers should learn to use Desmos, most notably its graphing features (which are used for much more than graphing alone).

How many questions can you miss to get a 1400 on the digital SAT? ›

Broken down by section, you can get 7 wrong in Math for a 700 and 8 wrong in Reading & Writing for a 700. To earn a 1400 overall, you can still get 15 answers wrong and be just 200 points shy of a perfect 1600!

How many questions can I get wrong to get a 1200 on the digital SAT? ›

In total, you could miss 50 questions and still earn a “good” score of 1200. Since Reading and Writing will now be combined on the digital SAT, that portion of scoring has actually gotten easier – you simply need a 600 in Reading and Writing, along with a 600 in Math.

How to calculate your digital SAT score? ›

The Digital SAT will be scored on a scale of 400-1600, with 400 being the minimum and 1600 as the maximum. Your final Digital SAT score will be the sum of the Reading and Writing section score and the Math section score. Each section is further divided into two separately timed adaptive modules.

Is a 1200 a good SAT score? ›

A 1200 is an above average score that places you in approximately the 74th percentile of all high school students taking the exam. A score of 1200 makes it possible to apply to the vast majority of schools throughout the nation and be competitive for admission at a sizable number of colleges.

Is it possible to get a 1600 on the digital SAT? ›

For now, we have to assume you cannot miss any questions if you want a perfect score on the digital SAT. Essentially, you need to aim for perfection during your prep. If you're consistently missing one or more questions on each section, you're not performing consistently enough to be safe for a 1600.

Is digital SAT easier or harder? ›

To sum it all up: the digital SAT is not designed to be easier than the pencil-and-paper SAT. However, some of the changes to the digital SAT make accessing the exam, taking the exam, and receiving scores easier for students.

What is a good digital SAT score in 2024? ›

The average SAT score across the nation is 1050. If a student scores a 1350 or above, they are among the country's top 10% of test-takers and have a very good chance of getting accepted into selective colleges.

Do students score higher on digital SAT? ›

Digital SAT scores are mostly the same as scores for the pencil-and-paper SAT.

Will digital SAT be curved? ›

The SAT curve doesn't exist. We know because the College Board says so. As an adaptive test, the SAT will rate you based on the number and quality of questions you got right. That means your scores reflect your ability levels.

How rare is a 1200 SAT? ›

The average SAT score is a 1040, so a 1200 is above average. A 1200 SAT score is between the 71st and 80th percentile of test takers, meaning that you scored above 71-80% of other students. A score of 1200 opens a wide range of college options, assuming you have comparable grades (mostly A's and B's).

Is it hard to get a 1400 on the SAT? ›

A 1400 SAT score puts you at the 95th percentile, meaning you scored higher than 95% of all test takers.

Can I bring my own calculator to the digital SAT? ›

The digital SAT allows calculator use on the entire Math section of the test. Students can use the Desmos Graphing Calculator built into Bluebook, the digital testing app, or bring an acceptable calculator of their own.

How can I practice digital SAT? ›

Take full-length digital SAT practice exams by first downloading Bluebook and completing practice tests. Then sign into My Practice to view practice test results and review practice exam items, answers, and explanations.

Can you super score the digital SAT? ›

For the majority of institutions, students can leverage superscoring for both traditional paper-based and digital SAT formats. This holds particular significance for students in the US, especially considering the shift to digital SAT administration commencing in 2024.

Which calculator is best for the SAT exam? ›

  • Table 1. Casio. FX-6000 series. FX-6200 series. FX-6300 series. FX-6500 series. ...
  • Table 2. Hewlett-Packard. HP-9G. HP-28 series. HP-38G. ...
  • Table 3. Radio Shack. EC-4033. EC-4034. EC-4037.
  • Table 4. Sharp. EL-5200. EL-9200 series. EL-9300 series. ...
  • Table 5. Texas Instruments. TI-73. TI-80. TI-81. ...
  • Table 6. Other. Datexx DS-883. Micronta. NumWorks.

Can I use calculator on digital SAT? ›

The digital SAT allows calculator use on the entire Math section of the test. Students can use the Desmos Graphing Calculator built into Bluebook, the digital testing app, or bring an acceptable calculator of their own.

Is Digital SAT more difficult? ›

The digital SAT isn't designed to be fundamentally easier or harder – it's simply different.

What calculator is SAT approved? ›

The graphing calculators we find most common for the SAT are the TI-84 and the TI-Nspire, but other brands work just as well. If you don't already use a graphing calculator for school but could get access to one for the SAT, we recommend that you do.

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