How do SAT scores vary by state?

Hi everyone! I was just wondering how SAT scores usually vary by state? I live in New York and I'm curious to know if the average SAT score in my state is higher or lower compared to other states. Does anyone have any information on this or know where I can find it?

Hello! SAT scores can indeed vary by state, as performance can be influenced by various factors like access to educational resources, socioeconomic factors, and state-specific education policies. Generally, states with more rigorous academic standards and stronger educational systems tend to see higher average SAT scores.

As for New York, the average SAT score tends to be around the national average or slightly above. In recent years, the national average SAT score has been in the range of 1050-1060. New York typically has an average SAT score a bit higher than this, so it's not uncommon to see averages around 1060-1070 for the state.

To get more detailed information on SAT score averages by state, I'd recommend checking the College Board's annual reports, which provide data on the average SAT scores for each state. Their website should have these reports available, so browsing their site or searching for "College Board SAT score report by state" should get you to the information you're interested in.

Keep in mind that these are just average scores, and individual students' scores can vary widely within each state. When applying to colleges, make sure to focus on the middle 50% SAT score range for the specific schools you're interested in, as this will give you a better idea of the score expectations for that institution. Good luck!