I'm a curious rising junior here, I was wondering if anyone has any idea or predictions about what the SAT percentiles for 2024 could potentially look like? I know it's hard to predict, but it's important for me to stay aware.
Predicting SAT percentiles can indeed be challenging as they can fluctuate year to year based on the test-taking population's performance. The percentiles can change in response to multiple variables including standard scores, scores from the last cohort, the number of students taking the test, and the average performance.
However, the best way to estimate the percentiles for your class is to look at the most recent percentiles released, which represent the performance of students from the previous year. The CollegeBoard releases annual percentile rankings that show what proportion of test-takers scored below a specific score level.
According to the most recent data from The CollegeBoard, roughly, a score of 1180 was approximately in the 74th percentile, meaning that a test taker with that score performed better than 74% of the population. A score of 1400 landed approximately in the 93rd percentile. It's important to note that these percentiles can fluctuate slightly each year.
Keep studying and working hard to reach your target score. While it's natural to be curious about percentiles and they do offer a helpful reference, remember that they're only one part of your application. Colleges consider many other factors including your GPA, course rigor, extracurricular achievements, essays, and letters of recommendation. Keeping a wide perspective on your overall application can help balance out the pressure from standardized test scores.
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