1120 SAT Score

    A 1120 on the Digital SAT is in approximately the 58th percentile — a solid SAT score. A solid SAT score around or slightly above the national average that keeps many state universities in reach.

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    Score
    1120
    Percentile
    58
    Tier
    Solid

    Section Breakdown for a 1120

    Most students who score a 1120 are relatively balanced between the two Digital SAT sections. A typical split looks like this:

    • Reading & Writing: ~560
    • Math: ~560

    You can model different section splits using the free Digital SAT score calculator.

    Colleges Where a 1120 Is Competitive

    A 1120 SAT score is in range at schools including:

    • Michigan State
    • University of Arizona
    • Iowa State
    • University of Oregon

    Note: College admissions consider GPA, essays, extracurriculars, and course rigor in addition to your SAT score. A 1120 is one data point in a holistic file.

    How to Raise a 1120 SAT Score

    Rebuild fundamentals in algebra and grammar. Consistency on medium-difficulty questions is worth far more than trying to solve the hardest problems.

    Start by taking a full-length Digital SAT practice module and logging which question types you miss. Then drill those exact skills in the SAT question bank.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the typical section split for a 1120?

    A balanced 1120 usually comes from roughly 560 in Reading & Writing and 560 in Math, but you can lean 20–40 points either direction and still land at 1120.

    What percentile is a 1120 SAT score?

    A 1120 on the Digital SAT is roughly the 58th percentile nationally, meaning you scored higher than about 58% of test takers.

    What colleges can I get into with a 1120 SAT?

    A 1120 is competitive at schools such as Michigan State, University of Arizona, Iowa State. Many more schools are reachable depending on your GPA and application.

    How do I raise a 1120 SAT score?

    Rebuild fundamentals in algebra and grammar. Consistency on medium-difficulty questions is worth far more than trying to solve the hardest problems.

    How many questions did I miss to get a 1120?

    A 1120 typically corresponds to roughly 32 missed questions across the Digital SAT, but the adaptive module routing means exact counts vary.

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