Estimating Your SAT Test Score From Practice Test Raw Counts
When self-scoring an official practice test, you first tally raw correct answers per section, then convert each raw count to a scaled 200–800 score using the test's printed conversion table. This calculator uses a linear approximation of that curve so you can quickly gauge practice test performance.
Reading, Writing & Math Split
Reading and Writing/Language raw scores are combined into one 200–800 Verbal scale score, while Math questions are scaled independently into their own 200–800 score.
Curve Varies By Test Form
Every official practice test has a slightly different equating table since raw difficulty differs between forms — always cross-check with the official answer key's conversion chart for final confirmation.
Practice Test Scoring Formula
Scale Score = 200 + (Raw Correct ÷ Max Possible) × 600
Example: Reading 45/52 + Writing 38/44 = 83/96 combined ≈ 720 Verbal; Math 50/58 ≈ 717 Math, for a ~1437 composite.
Tips for Retaking a Diagnostic Test
- Retest under timed, exam-day conditions to get a realistic scale-score baseline.
- Track which question types cause repeat misses across multiple practice tests.
- Space retakes 2–3 weeks apart to allow targeted review of weak areas.
