The raw score is calculated by tallying the total number of questions answered correctly out of the 50 scored questions. Scaled scores range from 400 to 514, according to the test version.
The SCAT percentile is used to compare students to those in higher grades. Since the SCAT is an above grade level test, students take a test designed for higher grades and the scaled scores are compared to performance norms of students in higher grades. For example, 2nd and 3rd grade students take the Elementary SCAT version, designed for 3rd – 6th graders and their scores are compared to the norms of 4th and 5th grade students, respectively.
To be eligible for CTY programs, students taking the SCAT must achieve these scores:
Grade | Quantitative | Verbal |
---|---|---|
2 | 435 | 430 |
3 | 440 | 435 |
4 | 450 | 440 |
5 | 465 | 445 |
6 | 470 | 450 |