Conversion Digital SAT (2025–2026)

SAT Score Chart & Raw Score Conversion Table

Use this SAT score chart to compare Math and Reading & Writing raw scores with estimated scaled scores. The tables are a reference, not an official test-form conversion.

This SAT score chart shows an approximate conversion from raw correct answers to 200-800 scaled scores for Math and Reading & Writing. Because Digital SAT forms use statistical equating and adaptive modules, the same raw score can map to a different result on another form. Use the chart as a quick reference, then use the SAT score calculator when you know your section inputs and want a personalized estimate.

SAT Math Score Conversion Chart

Raw score to scaled score conversion for the Math section (44 questions total).

Approximate reference values; the official conversion depends on the Digital SAT test form.

Raw Score Scaled Score % Correct
44/44 800 100%
43/44 790 98%
42/44 780 95%
41/44 770 93%
40/44 750 91%
39/44 740 89%
38/44 720 86%
37/44 710 84%
36/44 700 82%
35/44 680 80%
34/44 670 77%
33/44 650 75%
32/44 640 73%
31/44 620 70%
30/44 600 68%
28/44 570 64%
26/44 540 59%
24/44 510 55%
22/44 480 50%
20/44 450 45%
18/44 420 41%
15/44 380 34%
10/44 320 23%
5/44 260 11%
0/44 200 0%

SAT Reading & Writing Score Conversion Chart

Raw score to scaled score conversion for the Reading & Writing section (54 questions total).

Approximate reference values; the official conversion depends on the Digital SAT test form.

Raw Score Scaled Score % Correct
54/54 800 100%
53/54 790 98%
52/54 780 96%
51/54 770 94%
50/54 750 93%
49/54 740 91%
48/54 730 89%
47/54 710 87%
46/54 700 85%
45/54 690 83%
44/54 670 81%
43/54 660 80%
42/54 650 78%
40/54 620 74%
38/54 590 70%
36/54 560 67%
34/54 540 63%
32/54 510 59%
30/54 490 56%
27/54 450 50%
24/54 420 44%
20/54 380 37%
15/54 330 28%
10/54 280 19%
0/54 200 0%

SAT Score Percentile Chart

See how your total SAT score compares to other test-takers.

Percentile indicates the percentage of students who scored lower than you. A 90th percentile score means you outperformed 90% of test-takers.

Total Score Percentile Meaning
1600 99+ Perfect score
1550 99 Top 1%
1500 98 Top 2%
1450 96 Top 4%
1400 94 Top 6%
1350 90 Top 10%
1300 86 Top 14%
1250 81 Top 19%
1200 74 Top 26%
1150 67 Top 33%
1100 58 Top 42%
1050 50 Median
1000 40 Top 60%
950 31 Top 69%
900 23 Top 77%

How Module 2 Difficulty Affects Your Score

The same raw score can yield different scaled scores based on adaptive testing.

On the Digital SAT, your Module 1 performance determines whether you get an easier or harder Module 2. This affects how your raw score converts to a scaled score.

Example: 35 correct answers in Math

Hard Module 2: ~700-710
Higher ceiling for strong Module 1 performance
Medium Module 2: ~680-690
Standard conversion
Easy Module 2: ~640-660
Lower ceiling but appropriate difficulty

This is why our SAT calculator includes a Module 2 difficulty option for more accurate estimates.

Use the SAT Score Calculator for a Personalized Estimate

Use the chart for a quick reference and the calculator for an input-based estimate.

The SAT score chart is useful when you want to look up a likely range quickly. If you know your Math and Reading & Writing correct counts or Module 2 difficulty, use the SAT score calculator to estimate the current 400-1600 total without treating the chart as an official score report.

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SAT Score Bands & College Competitiveness

What different SAT score ranges can mean for college planning; always check each college's current middle-50% range.

1550-1600 Exceptional
99th+ percentile

Highly competitive for the most selective universities in the world.

Target schools: Ivy League (Harvard, Yale, Princeton), Stanford, MIT, Caltech

1450-1540 Excellent
96-98th percentile

Competitive for top 20-30 universities and merit scholarships.

Target schools: Duke, Northwestern, UCLA, UC Berkeley, NYU, Michigan

1350-1440 Very Good
90-95th percentile

Competitive for top 50 universities and many selective programs.

Target schools: Boston University, Wisconsin, Florida, Georgia Tech

1200-1340 Good
74-89th percentile

Above average; competitive for most four-year universities.

Target schools: Most state flagship universities, many private colleges

1050-1190 Average
50-73rd percentile

Around the national average; many college options available.

Target schools: Many state universities, less selective private colleges

Below 1050 Below Average
Below 50th percentile

Consider test prep and retaking, or focus on test-optional schools.

Target schools: Community colleges, open-admission universities

Is my SAT score good? Detailed analysis

How SAT Score Conversion Works

Understanding the process from raw score to final score.

1
Count Correct Answers
Your raw score is simply the number of questions you answered correctly. There's no penalty for wrong answers.
2
Apply Equating
College Board uses statistical equating to ensure scores are comparable across different test dates, even if difficulty varies.
3
Convert to Scaled Score
Your raw score maps to a scaled score (200-800) using conversion tables specific to your test form.
4
Calculate Total
Add Math + Reading & Writing scaled scores for your total (400-1600).

SAT Score Chart FAQ

Common questions about SAT score conversion.

How accurate is this SAT score chart?

It is a practical estimate, not an official conversion table for every Digital SAT form. Equating, adaptive Module 2 difficulty, and the exact questions you receive can move a section result, so use the chart for a range and confirm with your official score or a full practice-test report.

Why do different SAT score charts show different numbers?

Different charts may summarize different test forms, practice tests, or average estimates. Digital SAT scoring uses statistical equating, so a chart built from one form should not be treated as a universal answer for every test date.

How many questions can I miss and still get a 1500?

There is no fixed miss count for every Digital SAT form. As a rough chart reference, a 1500-level result usually requires very strong performance in both sections, often around 40-41 correct in Math and 50-51 correct in Reading & Writing, but Module 2 difficulty and equating can change the result.

Does the SAT curve change every test?

Yes, the conversion (equating) is specific to each test form. A harder test will have a more generous curve, while an easier test will have a stricter curve. This ensures fairness across test dates.

How do I convert my PSAT score to SAT?

PSAT scores (320-1520) don't directly convert to SAT scores. However, your PSAT performance is a reasonable predictor. Generally, students score similarly or slightly higher on the SAT with additional preparation.

Is 1200 a good SAT score?

Yes, 1200 is above average in this reference table, but whether it is a good score depends on the latest middle-50% range for your target colleges. Use our 'Is My SAT Score Good?' page for a broader comparison.

What is the difference between an SAT score chart and an SAT score calculator?

An SAT score chart is a quick raw-score reference. The SAT score calculator accepts your section inputs and optional Module 2 difficulty to produce a more personalized current-score estimate. Use the chart to understand the range and the calculator when you want to enter your own numbers.

Related SAT Resources

More tools and guides to understand your SAT performance.

SAT Score Calculator
Calculate your SAT score from raw correct answers.
SAT Percentage Calculator
Convert percent correct into estimated raw counts and section scores.
How SAT Scoring Works
Understand adaptive modules, equating, and the SAT curve.
Is My SAT Score Good?
Compare your score to percentiles and college benchmarks.
SAT Calculator Rules
Desmos tips and approved calculators for test day.