Curious about state SAT rankings

I've been hearing about state SAT rankings lately, and I'm a bit curious. Does anyone know where I can find these rankings? How much do they really matter when considering college applications?

State SAT rankings can be found on the College Board's Annual Report. They break down the average SAT scores by state and also provide details about the number of test-takers. Keep in mind, scores vary from state to state based on factors like access to educational resources or test-prep.

However, when it comes to college applications, state SAT rankings don't hold much weight. Admissions officers are primarily concerned with your personal SAT score, not where your state ranks. They're much more interested in how your individual score compares to the scores of their admitted students. Colleges usually provide this data as part of their "Class Profile" or in their "Common Data Set", available on their website.

Remember, standardized test scores are just one part of your application. Achieving a high score can certainly strengthen your application, but a lower score doesn't necessarily rule you out. Most colleges take a holistic approach when reviewing applications, considering other factors like your GPA, course rigor, extracurriculars, essays, and letters of recommendation.