The SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) is a standardized test widely used for college admissions in the United States. It is designed to assess a student's readiness for college-level work. The SAT is divided into two main sections: Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) and Math. Each section is scored on a scale of 200 to 800, resulting in a total possible score range of 400 to 1600.
This calculator provides a straightforward way to estimate your total SAT score based on your performance in the two main sections. Simply input your expected or actual scores for the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section and the Math section, and the calculator will sum them up to give you a total score.
How the SAT is Scored:
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW): This section combines scores from the Reading Test and the Writing and Language Test. Each of these tests is scored on a scale of 10-40, which are then converted to a combined EBRW score ranging from 200 to 800.
Math: The Math section includes questions from two parts: one without a calculator and one with a calculator. The raw scores from these two parts are converted into a scaled score ranging from 200 to 800.
Total Score: Your total SAT score is the sum of your EBRW score and your Math score, ranging from 400 to 1600.
Why Use an SAT Score Calculator?
Goal Setting: Students can use this calculator to set realistic score goals for their SAT preparation. By inputting target scores for each section, they can see their potential total score and adjust their study plan accordingly.
Progress Tracking: During practice tests, students can input their section scores to get an immediate understanding of their overall performance and identify areas that need more attention.
College Comparisons: While not a substitute for official college admissions requirements, this calculator can help students get a general idea of how their potential scores align with the average SAT scores of admitted students at various colleges.
Example Calculation:
Let's say a student scores 680 on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section and 720 on the Math section.
Using the calculator:
Reading and Writing Score: 680
Math Score: 720
Total Score = 680 + 720 = 1400
This student's estimated total SAT score would be 1400.
Remember that this calculator provides an estimate. Official SAT scores are determined by the College Board based on complex scoring algorithms that account for the difficulty of the test administered on a particular date. However, for practice and goal-setting purposes, this tool offers valuable insights into your potential SAT performance.
function calculateSatScore() {
var readingWritingScoreInput = document.getElementById("readingWritingScore");
var mathScoreInput = document.getElementById("mathScore");
var resultDiv = document.getElementById("result");
var resultScoreDiv = document.getElementById("result-score");
var readingWritingScore = parseFloat(readingWritingScoreInput.value);
var mathScore = parseFloat(mathScoreInput.value);
// Input validation
if (isNaN(readingWritingScore) || readingWritingScore 800) {
alert("Please enter a valid Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score between 0 and 800.");
return;
}
if (isNaN(mathScore) || mathScore 800) {
alert("Please enter a valid Math score between 0 and 800.");
return;
}
var totalScore = readingWritingScore + mathScore;
resultScoreDiv.textContent = totalScore;
resultDiv.style.display = "block";
}