Can I use a calculator on the SAT?

Yes. The digital SAT includes a built-in Desmos graphing calculator. You may also bring an approved physical calculator. The entire Math section now allows calculator use.

SAT Score Calculator 2026 – Free Score Estimator & Converter

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Math Section

Module 1 + Module 2 combined

Questions Correct (out of 44)

044

Math Score 590 200–800

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Reading & Writing

Module 1 + Module 2 combined

Questions Correct (out of 54)

054

R&W Score 590 200–800

Estimated Total SAT Score

1180

out of 1600

Enter your current scores and target score to see how many additional correct answers you need per section.

Current Scores

Current Math Correct (0–44) Current R&W Correct (0–54)

Your Goal

Target Total SAT Score (400–1600)

How to Use This SAT Calculator

1Count how many questions you answered correctly in each section of your practice test.
2Enter those numbers (or drag the sliders) in the fields above.
3Your estimated 400–1600 score updates instantly.
4Switch to the Target Score Planner tab to see exactly how many more correct answers you need to hit your goal.

SAT Score Conversion Reference Table

This table shows how raw scores (number of correct answers) roughly convert to scaled section scores. Actual conversions vary by test form.

% Correct	Math Correct (of 44)	Math Score	R&W Correct (of 54)	R&W Score	Total Estimate
100%	44	800	54	800	1600
90%	40	740	49	740	1480
80%	35	670	43	670	1340
70%	31	600	38	600	1200
60%	26	530	32	530	1060
50%	22	460	27	460	920
40%	18	390	22	390	780

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the SAT scored in 2026?

The SAT is scored on a 400–1600 scale. It has two sections: Math (200–800) and Reading & Writing (200–800). The digital SAT uses an adaptive format — your second module difficulty is determined by your first module performance. Raw correct answers are converted to scaled scores using an equating process.

Is there a penalty for wrong answers on the SAT?

No. The SAT has no guessing penalty. Your score is based solely on the number of correct answers, so you should always fill in an answer — never leave a question blank.

What is a good SAT score for 2026?

The national average is approximately 1040–1060. Scores above 1200 are above average; scores above 1400 are in the top ~5% and considered excellent for selective universities.

How accurate is this SAT score calculator?

This tool provides a close estimate based on publicly available College Board score conversion data. Actual scores can vary slightly depending on the specific test form you take, as the College Board uses equating to ensure fairness across different test versions.

Can I use a calculator on the digital SAT?

Yes! The digital SAT (Bluebook) comes with a built-in Desmos graphing calculator that is available for the entire Math section. You may also bring your own approved calculator.

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