Hey, guys! Does anyone know what the highest score you can get on the PSAT is? And how does scoring work exactly? I want to understand how close I am to hitting that top score.
The highest score you can achieve on the PSAT is 1520. This top score is the sum of the maximum scores for each section (760 for Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, and 760 for Math).
The PSAT is scored on a scale of 320 to 1520. Each of your section scores ranges from 160 to 760, which are then added together to get your total score. When it comes to the PSAT/NMSQT, you'll earn between 8-38 points on each testing section, which are then converted to the 160-760 scale. The 'National Merit Selection Index', used for scholarship consideration, is another score you'll see on your PSAT score report; it's calculated by taking your three testing scores (Reading, Writing and Math), multiplying each by two, and then adding them together (ranges from 48 to 228).
Aiming for a perfect score is an incredibly ambitious goal, but it's also important to remember that the PSAT is primarily a practice test for the SAT. It's an excellent opportunity to identify your strengths and weaknesses, so you're well-prepared when you take the SAT. Good luck with your test prep!
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