Analyze PSAT results

Overview

Your PSAT scores are here! This is valuable data to help you prepare for the SAT and understand your National Merit status.

Accessing Your Scores

• Log in at myap.collegeboard.org
• Or access through your school

Understanding Your Score Report

• Total Score (320-1520): Compare to College Board benchmarks and your target SAT score
• Section Scores: Reading/Writing (160-760) and Math (160-760)
• Selection Index (48-228): This determines National Merit eligibility

Selection Index Formula

(Reading/Writing × 2 + Math) ÷ 10

National Merit Thresholds (Approximate)

| Recognition | Selection Index | |-------------|-----------------| | Commended | ~208+ | | Semifinalist (California) | ~223-225 |

Using These Results

1. Identify your weakest question types
2. Adjust SAT prep to focus on those areas
3. Estimate your likely SAT score (PSAT roughly translates)
4. Set realistic target goals

Next Steps

• If below target: intensify prep for March SAT
• If at target: maintain preparation to confirm your performance

Perspective

Whatever your score, you now have valuable data to guide your preparation. This is a starting point, not a final destination!