The SAT score calculator computes your total score from your Evidence-Based Reading & Writing and Math section scores, shows your national percentile, and converts to an ACT equivalent.
Your Section Scores
Enter your scaled section score (200–800) for each section.
Reading + Writing & Language sections combined
Enter your section scores to see your total SAT score.
SAT Total Score
Section Breakdown
ACT Equivalent
Based on College Board concordance tables
SAT Score Reference
| Score Range | Percentile (approx.) | Rating | ACT Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1500–1600 | 99th | Excellent | 34–36 |
| 1350–1490 | 90–98th | Very Good | 29–33 |
| 1200–1340 | 74–89th | Good | 25–28 |
| 1010–1190 | 50–73rd | Average | 20–24 |
| 870–1000 | 25–49th | Below Average | 17–19 |
| 400–860 | 1–24th | Needs Improvement | 1–16 |
How the SAT is Scored
The SAT score calculator adds your two section scores to produce a total score from 400 to 1600. Understanding the scoring structure helps you determine where to focus your test prep efforts.
Two Sections, One Total
The current SAT has two sections: Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) and Math. Each section scores from 200 to 800. The total score is simply EBRW + Math. A score of 700 EBRW + 680 Math = 1380 total. There is no separate Science section on the SAT (unlike the ACT).
Scaled Scores vs. Raw Scores
The section scores you receive (200-800) are scaled scores derived from your raw score (number of questions correct). Scaling adjusts for differences in difficulty between test versions so that a 650 on one test date means the same as a 650 on another. This is why identical raw scores on different test dates can produce slightly different section scores.
What Score Do You Need?
The median SAT score at highly selective colleges ranges from 1450-1580. For state flagship universities, the middle 50% is typically 1150-1380. For community colleges and open-enrollment schools, there is no minimum SAT requirement. Check the Common Data Set for each college you're applying to for their specific score ranges.
Superscoring the SAT
Most colleges that use standardized tests now superscore the SAT, taking your highest EBRW and Math scores from separate test administrations to calculate your best total. This means it's worthwhile to retake the SAT if you believe you can improve one section, even if the other section goes down slightly.
FAQ
How is the SAT total score calculated?
The SAT total score ranges from 400 to 1600, combining two section scores: Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW, 200-800) and Math (200-800). There is no separate Science section on the SAT.
What is a good SAT score?
The national average SAT score is around 1020. A score of 1200+ puts you roughly in the top 25%, 1350+ in the top 10%, and 1500+ in the top 1%. Highly selective colleges like MIT and Harvard have median scores of 1550+.
How do I convert my SAT score to an ACT score?
College Board publishes official SAT-ACT concordance tables. For example: SAT 1600 = ACT 36, SAT 1400 = ACT 31, SAT 1200 = ACT 25, SAT 1000 = ACT 19. Our calculator uses these published equivalencies.
What SAT score do I need for college scholarships?
National Merit Scholarship requires scoring in the top 1% (Selection Index varies by state). Many colleges offer merit scholarships starting at 1200-1300. Specific scholarship thresholds vary by institution and state — check your target colleges directly.
How many times can I take the SAT?
You can take the SAT as many times as you want. Most students take it 2-3 times. Colleges that superscore take the highest EBRW and Math scores from different test dates. The College Board offers Score Choice, letting you decide which scores to send.
What is the maximum SAT score?
The maximum SAT total score is 1600, with a maximum of 800 on each section (EBRW and Math). Scoring 1600 is extremely rare — fewer than 300 students score perfectly on each test administration.