Hello! So, I'm trying to gauge where I stand nationally with my SAT scores. Would anyone know what the national average SAT score is? Thanks!
Sure, I'd be happy to help with that! As of recent data, the national average SAT score is around 1050–1060. Here's a brief breakdown:
- The average score for the Reading and Writing section is approximately 520 - 530.
- The average score for Math tends to be a bit higher, hovering around 530 - 540.
So, if your scores are above these numbers, you're performing better than the average test taker nationally. Keep in mind, however, that the averages vary from year to year and can fluctuate based on the number of students taking the test and their performance. Also, it's important to consider that while these are the national averages, individual colleges might have higher averages for their admitted students. So, it's always a good idea to check the average SAT scores of admitted students for the specific schools you're interested in.
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