SAT® Score Calculator
Estimate your SAT score from section results and see your total score instantly.
How the SAT Score Calculator Works
This calculator estimates your total SAT score based on your performance in the Math and Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) sections. Each section is scored on a scale of 200–800, and your total score is the sum of both section scores, ranging from 400 to 1600.
The tool uses the raw score conversion methodology aligned with the College Board's scoring guidelines. Your raw score (the number of questions you answered correctly) is converted into a scaled section score, which accounts for slight variations in difficulty across different test administrations.
How to Use the Calculator
- Enter your Math section score (200–800).
- Enter your Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) section score (200–800).
- Click "Calculate" to see your estimated total SAT score.
The calculator instantly adds both section scores to provide your composite result. No registration or personal data is required.
Understanding Your Results
Your total SAT score is the most commonly referenced metric by colleges and scholarship programs. However, it is important to understand what the number represents:
- Math Section Score (200–800): Reflects your performance on the Math portion, which covers algebra, problem-solving, data analysis, advanced math, and additional topics like geometry and trigonometry.
- EBRW Section Score (200–800): Combines your Reading and Writing & Language test results into a single scaled score.
- Total Score (400–1600): The sum of both section scores. This is the score most institutions use for admissions decisions.
This calculator provides an estimate based on the scores you input. For official score reporting, always refer to your College Board score report.
Common Mistakes When Estimating SAT Scores
- Confusing raw scores with scaled scores: The calculator expects scaled section scores (200–800), not the number of questions you answered correctly.
- Entering scores outside the valid range: Each section score must be between 200 and 800. Entering values outside this range will produce an error.
- Misunderstanding the EBRW score: The EBRW score is a single combined score, not two separate scores for Reading and Writing. If you have individual test scores, you must add them together before entering.
Practical Use Cases
- Practice test evaluation: After completing a full-length practice test, use the calculator to quickly convert your section scores into a total score.
- Goal setting: Determine what section scores you need to achieve your target total score for college applications.
- Score comparison: Compare your performance across multiple practice tests to track improvement over time.
- Scholarship eligibility check: Many merit-based scholarships have minimum SAT score requirements. Use the calculator to see if your estimated score meets those thresholds.
Limitations
This calculator provides an estimate only. Actual SAT scoring involves a precise equating process that adjusts for slight differences in test difficulty across administrations. The official score conversion tables vary by test date, so your actual scaled score may differ slightly from what this tool calculates. Always verify your final score through the College Board's official score portal.
FAQ
What is a good SAT score?
A "good" SAT score depends on your target colleges. The national average is around 1050. Competitive universities typically look for scores above 1350, while highly selective institutions often expect scores above 1450. Research the middle 50% SAT range for schools you are interested in to set a realistic target.
Can I use this calculator for the digital SAT?
Yes. The digital SAT still uses the same 200–800 scoring scale for each section and a total score range of 400–1600. This calculator works for both the paper-based and digital versions of the test.
How accurate is this SAT score calculator?
This calculator is accurate for the scores you input. However, because official SAT scoring uses test-specific conversion tables, your actual scaled score on test day may differ slightly from what you estimate using practice materials. Use this tool as a reliable estimate, not a guaranteed prediction.
What if I only have my raw scores?
You need scaled section scores (200–800) to use this calculator. If you only have raw scores (number of correct answers), you will need to use the official conversion table provided with your practice test to convert them into scaled scores first.
Does the SAT have a penalty for wrong answers?
No. The SAT does not deduct points for incorrect answers. Your raw score is simply the number of questions you answer correctly. There is no penalty for guessing, so you should answer every question.