A good PSAT score for a sophomore is generally considered to be 1060 or higher , which places the student in the 75th percentile or above, meaning they scored better than 75% of other sophomores taking the test
. The average PSAT score overall is about 920, so scoring above 1060 is notably above average for a sophomore
. To break it down further:
- A score around 1060 (out of 1520) corresponds to the 75th percentile, which is a strong benchmark for sophomores aiming to be competitive and prepared for the SAT
- Scores above 1180 are considered excellent for sophomores, placing them near the 90th percentile or higher
- Scores around the median (50th percentile) are about 920 , which is average but less competitive
- For academic benchmarks, sophomores should aim for at least 430 in Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) and 480 in Math to be in the "green" category, indicating a 75% chance of earning at least a "C" in related college courses
In summary, a good PSAT score for a sophomore is one that is above 1060 , ideally aiming higher if targeting competitive colleges, as this score reflects strong academic standing and readiness for the SAT
