The highest possible SAT score is 1600. This score is the sum of two sections: Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW) and Math, each scored between 200 and 800. Achieving a perfect score means earning 800 in both sections
. Only about 8% of students manage to achieve the maximum score of 1600
. This score is considered perfect and is the top benchmark for college admissions, especially for highly competitive universities. In summary:
- SAT total score range: 400 (minimum) to 1600 (maximum)
- Perfect score: 1600 (800 in ERW + 800 in Math)
This is the highest SAT score one can obtain
