Math, Reading, and Science) that all have scores provided separately on a scale of 1–36, as well as an optional essay Writing section. You will also receive a composite score between 1–36. Unlike the ACT, the SAT and PSAT do not include a Science section...
All of these PSAT scores arescaled, or equated, scores. Your PSAT scores will start out as raw scores based on the number of questions you answered correctly. Your raw scores are then converted into scaled scores using a special equating process exclusive to your test. To convert your raw s...
Second, we can define “good” PSAT scores asscores that qualify for National Merit.Actually, qualifying for National Merit means that you got excellent, amazing, near-perfect PSAT scores. What the exact scores you should aim for to qualify for National Merit is something we'll talk about in...