Hi everyone, can someone tell me where a 1380 SAT score fits into the percentiles? I've looked it up, but the information is somehwat confusing and I'm hoping for a clear answer. Thanks!
Hello! The SAT percentiles can indeed be a bit confusing, but I'm here to help clarify. SAT scores are divided into percentiles that show how well you did compared to all the other test takers. A higher percentile ranking means you've scored better than that percentage of students.
So, in the case of a 1380 SAT score, it places you approximately at the 93rd percentile of all test takers. This means that you've scored better than 93% of the students who took the test. Do keep in mind that these percentiles do shift from year to year as they're based on the performance of the students in that particular year, but generally, they don't change dramatically.
On the flip side, this also means that around 7% of test-takers scored higher than you. However, a 1380 is a substantial score and depending on the colleges you're interested in, this could certainly be competitive. Good luck with your college planning!
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