Just a concerned junior over here. I'm curious to know what the mean SAT score is across all US high schools. I just took the SAT and am wondering where my score stands compared to the national average in most states?
If we're talking about the latest averages for the SAT, the 2023 figures show that the mean composite SAT score across all high schools in the United States was approximately 1050 out of 1600. This is a composite score, meaning it's the sum of the average scores from the Reading and Writing section and the Math section.
However, please note that the average SAT score can vary quite a bit between states due to differences in state education policies and the number of students taking the test in each state. For instance, in states where all students are required to take the SAT, the average scores tend to be lower due to a wider range of academic abilities being represented.
In terms of interpreting your score, you might find it more helpful to look at the average scores of the specific colleges you're interested in. Each college typically publishes its own average SAT score for admitted students, which can give you a better idea of the score you should be aiming for.
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