The maximum score is 1600. “Old SAT” was 2400.
The Critical Reading and Writing sections are combined for a maximum score of 800. The two math sections (one with a calculator and one without) are combined for a maximum score of 800. Both scores are combined for a final score of 400 (lowest) to a final score of 1600 (maximum).
The 50 minute Essay (which is now optional) is scored separate from the rest of the test. It is scored in the following three areas:
- Reading
- Analysis
- Writing
Each of these areas receives a score from a low of 2 to a high of 8.