Good SAT Scores? My Practice Test Results Revealed

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The discussion revolves around the practice SAT scores of a participant and whether those scores are considered good. It includes perspectives on the significance of the scores, personal experiences with the SAT, and the implications of scoring well on the test.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant scored 700 on math and 670 on critical reading and inquires if these scores are good.
  • Another participant references average scores from 2006, suggesting that the scores are good based on those averages, but notes that many students may not have performed their best.
  • A participant expresses envy towards the original poster's scores, indicating a positive perception of the scores.
  • Some participants question why the original poster is seeking validation for their scores if they accessed the official Collegeboard website, implying that the information is readily available.
  • A participant shares their experience of scoring higher on practice tests compared to the actual SAT, attributing the difference to sleep issues and timing on the test day.
  • Another participant mentions personal challenges during long tests, such as insomnia and needing frequent bathroom breaks.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying opinions on the significance of the scores, with some affirming their quality based on averages while others question the need for validation. The discussion does not reach a consensus on the interpretation of the scores.

Contextual Notes

Some participants reference the Collegeboard website for score averages, but there is uncertainty regarding the availability of percentile charts and other relevant information. Personal experiences with test performance and preparation are also shared, highlighting individual circumstances that may affect outcomes.

Who May Find This Useful

Students preparing for the SAT, educators discussing test performance, and individuals interested in standardized testing outcomes may find this discussion relevant.

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I decided to take a practice SAT for the heck of it -- I went to the official Collegeboard website. I scored 700 on the math and 670 on critical reading. Are these good scores?

Thanks.
 
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http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/scores/understanding/average.html

2006 College-Bound Seniors' Average Scores

* Critical reading: 503
* Mathematics: 518
* Writing: 497

So yea, according to that, they're good. Don't forget however that a lot of those kids probably didn't do their best on the SAT. I know I didn't. It was probably the last thing on my mind in high school. I took it once, got in college. The end.
 
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Cool! I'm only thirteen :D
 
bit188 said:
Cool! I'm only thirteen :D

Keep it up. The last thing you want to do is fall behind.
 
Damn kid, I am green with envy.
 
you took the practice sat on the college board website? the one that's like 10 questions? why don't you take the real sat. if you score that high you'll be eligible for a lot cool programs
 
ice109 said:
you took the practice sat on the college board website? the one that's like 10 questions? why don't you take the real sat. if you score that high you'll be eligible for a lot cool programs

No, it was a full 10-section test. :D
 
If you were in the official Collegeboard website and you got such great scores... why do I think you should be more than capable of finding out whether they were good or not? =P
 
end3r7 said:
If you were in the official Collegeboard website and you got such great scores... why do I think you should be more than capable of finding out whether they were good or not? =P

For real. I'm willing to bet the percentile chart was right there too.
 
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No, I actually looked all over the site... I couldn't find them. Sorry D:
 
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I averaged out 2200+ on practice tests but ended with a 2080 on the real thing. It was probably because I was used to sleeping at 2 am and had to part for the exam place at 6 am.
 
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I'm fine with no sleep, I'm sort of an insomniac. My problem when taking long tests is my small bladder. =/
 
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yes indeedy. (It takes two words for a valid response.)
 

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