The PSAT and SAT share a single vertical scale, so your PSAT score is a direct prediction of your current SAT ability. This tool projects a likely SAT range based on your PSAT result and typical score growth.
Growth modeling caps at 12 months — beyond that, gains taper without a refreshed plan.
The PSAT and SAT share a vertical scale — a 1200 on the PSAT and a 1200 on the SAT represent the same ability level. The prediction above uses your PSAT as a baseline and adds roughly 10 points per month of consistent prep, which is the median growth rate for students using a structured study plan.
The PSAT and SAT share a vertical scale, so your PSAT score is a direct predictor of current SAT ability. Typical growth is 60–120 points with 6–12 months of prep.
Yes. Both tests use the 320–1520 scale and predict SAT scores identically. The PSAT/NMSQT (taken junior fall) is especially predictive because it is closer in time to most SAT test dates.
A PSAT above 1200 puts you on track for a 1300+ SAT. A PSAT above 1400 is National Merit territory and predicts a 1500+ SAT with prep.
Yes. The PSAT caps at 1520, but because the SAT has the same scale and extends to 1600, a perfect PSAT still leaves room to grow on the SAT.